Financial Analyst

Job Description:

Job Title:

Financial Analyst Location:

San Francisco Bay Area (Hybrid. Remote work with required attendance at occasional in-person meetings and events.)

Reports To:

CFO Pay Range:

$120,000 - $130,000

Benefits:

16 paid BACR Holidays, generous paid time off benefits Medical, dental, vision, mental health/wellness benefit, hospital indemnity, life insurance, flexible spending account (transit, medical, dependent), 403b program, pet insurance, WellHub Professional Development opportunities Key Responsibilities Support the development and coordination of the organization's annual budget in collaboration with Finance leadership and program teams. Assist with financial forecasting, multi-year financial planning, and reforecasting processes throughout the fiscal year. Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports, including budget-to-actual analysis and variance explanations for leadership and program managers. Analyze revenue, expenses, and program financial performance to identify trends, risks, and opportunities. Develop financial models and scenario analyses to support strategic planning and operational decision-making. Partner with Program Managers to monitor project and grant budgets and identify potential budget variances. Assist in reviewing program expenditures to ensure alignment with approved budgets and organizational financial policies. Support financial reporting for grants and contracts in collaboration with the Project Accounting team. Develop and maintain financial dashboards, reporting tools, and data visualizations to support data-driven decision-making. Maintain financial models, reporting templates, and analytical tools used by the Finance department. Collaborate with the Accounting team to ensure alignment between financial analysis, general ledger data, and financial reporting. Identify opportunities to improve financial reporting processes, data quality, and reporting automation. Prepare ad-hoc financial analyses and reports requested by Finance leadership and executive management. Assist in preparing financial materials and presentations for leadership and board meetings. Support financial analysis and modeling for organizational strategic initiatives. Required Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required. Minimum 3-5 years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or financial planning. Experience working with financial data and reporting systems. Experience with enterprise financial systems such as Workday Financial Management preferred. Skills & Competencies Strong financial analysis and modeling skills. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, financial models, data analysis). Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability. Ability to translate financial information into clear insights for non-financial stakeholders. Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy. Preferred Qualifications Experience working in nonprofit or mission-driven organizations. Familiarity with nonprofit financial structures including restricted and unrestricted funding. Experience with financial dashboards and data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.). Experience supporting budgeting and strategic planning processes. #hp

About Us:

Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) promotes the healthy development of individuals, families and communities through direct services, volunteerism, and partnerships in the San Francisco Bay Area. We have deep respect for the communities we serve throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, the dedicated staff who show up for those in need, and the opportunity we have been given through this work to promote resilience in tens of thousands of individuals every year. BACR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment w/o regard to perceived age, marital or familial status, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, physical or mental disability including AIDS or AIDS-Related Complex or military status. Visit our website at www.bacr.org. Above is the pay range for this position that we reasonably expect to pay. Individual compensation is based on various factors including experience/education, skillset, and geographic location.

ARE YOU EXTRAORDINARY?

We put people at the center of everything we do. With a diversity of backgrounds, ideas, opinions, and life experiences we hire individuals within the community who are passionate about making a difference. When you join BACR, you join a team with leaders, doers, and big thinkers, who are committed to giving back to their community. Our culture is one that encourages, supports, and celebrates our diversity and looks to expand and build it constantly. We are committed to creating a culture of inclusivity, where there are opportunities for all, everyone feels like they belong, and different perspectives are valued. No matter what your experience is - you CAN make a difference! Thank you for your interest in a career at BACR! BACR's mission is to promote the healthy development of individuals and families, encourage service and volunteerism, and help build community. We carry out our mission by (1) providing direct school- and community-based services, (2) connecting volunteers with opportunities to best serve their communities, and (3) building and strengthening all of the communities we serve so that community members and institutions can effect change. BACR and our staff are guided by a set of core values and beliefs that informs our approach to services, personnel recruitment, and professional development. Our annual program evaluations have consistently shown positive impacts, including improved youth development skills, school performance, and family functioning. We have deep respect for the communities we serve throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, the dedicated staff who show up for those in need, and the opportunity we have been given through this work to promote resilience in tens of thousands of individuals every year.