Financial Analyst

Join Chimes - and go further to help others go far! Chimes is a not-for-profit organization that assists people with intellectual and behavioral challenges to achieve their fullest potential.Our vast array of services - educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative and behavioral health - are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates.

This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve - those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions.Primary Job Responsibilities:


* Analyze financial data and create financial models for decision support



* Report on financial performance and prepare for regular leadership reviews


* Analyze past results, perform variance analysis, identify trends, and make recommendations for improvements


* Work closely with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting


* Evaluate financial performance by comparing and analyzing actual results with plans and forecasts


* Guide the cost analysis process by establishing and enforcing policies and procedures


* Provide analysis of trends and forecasts and recommend actions for optimization


* Participate in budgeting & short/long term planning


* Recommend actions by analyzing and interpreting data and making comparative analyses


* Identify and drive process improvements, including the creation of standard and ad-hoc reports, tools, and Excel dashboards


* Increase productivity by developing automated reporting/budgeting/forecasting tools


* Monitor business workflow and operational efficiency and suggest improvements


* Develop and track key affiliate and/or division KPI/metrics in coordination with operations and finance


* Perform internal audits


* Perform general ledger analysis and other corporate accounting tasks as assigned


* Prepare and ensure accuracy of invoices and billing


* Collaborate with contract staff to ensure accurate documentation and timely submission


* Research and resolve any issues related to inaccurate or questionable information submitted by the contract site


* Compare contract budget amounts to spend rate and calculate variance


* Review contract pricing estimates


* Comply with all Agency policies and procedures and follow contract specifications


* Establish and maintain positive relationships with customers, co-workers, and public

REQUIRMENTS:Education:


* College degree in Finance, Business, or Accounting from accredited institution


* Expert knowledge of Excel, advanced spreadsheet functions, and PowerPoint


* Strong oral and written communication skills

Experience:


* Ten (10) years demonstrated experience in accounting, administration, and management


* Strong quantitative and analytical skills


* Demonstrated ability and knowledge of accounting software and computer operatio...