Financial Analyst

Description We are looking for a Financial Analyst to join a nonprofit organization in Gardena, California on a contract-to-permanent basis. In this role, you will evaluate financial and operational information, identify meaningful trends and variances, and present well-supported recommendations that help leadership make informed decisions. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can work across multiple datasets and business functions while supporting financial accuracy, compliance, and process improvement. This is a fully onsite role in Gardena, California; candidates must already be local to the area.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze accounting, billing, budgeting, payroll, and human resources reports to assess accuracy, completeness, timing, and financial impact.
• Develop monthly financial summaries and variance reports for leadership, including clear findings and practical recommendations for follow-up action.
• Identify patterns and emerging trends in financial data to strengthen reporting quality and support compliance with contractual, regulatory, and accreditation standards.
• Partner with teams across finance, payroll, billing, human resources, and technology to investigate discrepancies and resolve reconciliation issues efficiently.
• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger, handle reconciliations and reversals.
• Review problematic billing claims, make necessary corrections, resubmit claims, and recommend process improvements to reduce future denials or returns.
• Conduct recurring audits of retirement and other financial accounts, ensuring records are supported and issues are addressed in a timely manner.
• Prepare schedules and supporting analyses for cost reporting, including operational volume, staffing metrics, overhead data, and other financial details.
• Maintain organized documentation for reporting and audit readiness, and contribute information needed during internal or external reviews.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis related to business matters, contracts, and operational planning as requested by management. Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or a closely related field.
• At least three years of experience in a highly analytical administrative environment, including two years focused on financial analysis and data control.
• Demonstrated strength in financial analysis, variance analysis, financial modeling, and ad hoc reporting.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, and data mining techniques used to interpret and manage financial information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to solve problems collaboratively and professionally.
• Valid Class C driver's license or higher, or another reliable means of transportation that supports the duties of the role, subject to organizational requirements.
• Nonprofit experience highly preferred; experience with MIP preferred.

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