Nonprofit Financial Analyst

WestCoast Children's Clinic, located in Oakland, California, is a non-profit community psychology clinic that provides mental health services to Bay Area children, youth and families. Working at WestCoast Children's Clinic means being part of an organization that is client-centered, trauma-informed, collaborative, and committed to justice and equity.

Position Details Title :

Financial Analyst Classification :

Regular Full Time (1.0 FTE),

Exempt Location :

Oakland, CA Regular Work Schedule :

Full time,

M-F Compensation:

Starting salary: $75,000 per year The Non-Profit Financial Analyst provides essential support to the Budget Manager and the Finance department by assisting in budget preparation, monitoring expenditures, maintaining financial records, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies. The Financial Analyst plays a key role in ensuring accurate record-keeping, data entry, and report generation, and is vital in helping the organization achieve its financial objectives and maintain fiscal responsibility.

Key Responsibilities:

Inputting budget data, tracking expenditures, and maintaining accurate financial records using relevant software and systems. This may involve reconciling differences, verifying accuracy, and making corrections as needed. Assisting in preparing budget documents, forecasting, and analyzing financial data - involves collating information, creating reports, and supporting budget review processes. Analyzing budget variances between approved budgets and actual expenditures, may involve identifying significant deviations, explaining variances, and recommending corrective action. Providing technical support and guidance on budget-related software, systems, and processes - for example, troubleshooting issues, training users, and ensuring efficient use of financial tools. Additional duties may include special projects and/or additional duties requested by the Director of Finance and/or CFO.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance Minimum two years of experience in accounting, preferably in the non-profit sector At least two years of financial analysis experience Experience with computerized accounting ledger systems, preferably Abila MIP Competencies (skills, abilities & knowledge): Knowledge of nonprofit accounting, including knowledge of OMB Circular A-122 Knowledge of payroll processes Understand and apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) in financial accounting activities Teamwork and collaboration skills Familiarity with grant management Strong work ethic and commitment to accuracy Proficiency with MS Office, including advanced capabilities with Excel Organized and ability to manage multiple processes Strong communication skills Why work here? Be part of a compassionate, driven team that is social justice-focused: We have several

Staff Affinity Groups:

BIPOC council, LGBTQIA+, Alianza Latine, Equity and Inclusion, and more! Serve vulnerable kids and their families and create positive changes in their lives As a Joint Commission-accredited agency, we provide the highest standard of care and offer extensive clinical training and seminars led by field experts. Training includes CSEC, Telehealth, Complex Trauma/Trauma-Informed Care, Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS), Supervisor in training program, and much more!

Benefits:

Employer-paid Medical Benefits for Employees 100% employer-paid dental and vision Dependent medical, dental and vision (50% employer-paid) Medical and Dependent Care FSA and commuter plans 100% employer-paid life insurance long-term disability insurance Voluntary accident, term life and hospital indemnity insurance 403(b) and ROTH retirement plan options, employer contribution targeted at 7.5% after first year of employment Annual incentive compensation (10%) Three weeks PTO during the first year of employment, 4+ weeks PTO with additional years of service 12 paid holidays plus one paid floating holiday per year 4 paid self-care days per year Wellness stipend ($100.00 per month) Professional development stipend Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Join us and make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families in the Bay Area. WCC is passionate about leading and encouraging open conversations around race, gender, power, and privilege and how these impact community mental health. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diminishing the influence of privilege and discrimination in our field and our workplace, whether due to differences concerning age, citizenship, color, disability, marital or parental status, race, religion, gender, or sexual orientation.