Budget Analyst, FP&A

Foundation for California Community Colleges

1d • $70,000 - $75,000 • Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a Budget Analyst, FP&A to join FoundationCCC in its mission of benefiting, supporting, and enhancing the California Community Colleges—the largest and most diverse system of higher education in the nation. Together, we are building stronger communities by getting students and colleges the resources they need to succeed and expanding pathways to economic and social mobility across California. Join us as we continue this important work to uphold the value of community colleges in building a brighter future. The Budget Analyst, FP&A is a member of the Financial Planning and Analysis team, working in collaboration with the finance, advancement, and programs teams. As a critical support to the Financial Planning and Analysis team, the Budget Analyst will assist in financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting activities, leading to continuing financial sustainability, cost recovery strategies, and future insights. This position manages tight deadlines and a multitude of activities including costing allocations, budget proposal support, and the support of budget and forecast activities. As needed, this position may provide support to other Finance-related functions, such as the month-end close process. Budget development for restricted revenue is required. Assists in the planning, coordination, and preparation of the annual budget and quarterly forecast processes through internal coordination, preparation, deadline management, and completion of assigned tasks. May assist in the preparation, review and distribution of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting, including written analysis, supporting documentation and data visualization for internal and external audiences. FoundationCCC blends the impact of a non-profit, the culture of an entrepreneurial start-up, and the scale of a state agency FoundationCCC is fully committed to a “remote-first” philosophy, and recruits and hires talent across the state in fully remote positions, where virtual work is possible. Our headquarters are located in Downtown Sacramento, just blocks from California’s State Capitol. The Foundation for California Community Colleges is the official nonprofit partner to the California Community Colleges, the largest and most diverse system of higher education in the nation. Our work reaches all 116 California Community Colleges across 73 districts and is designed to help improve the student experience and expand pathways to economic and social mobility across California. More specifically, we exist to benefit: Students: We believe in ensuring students from all backgrounds succeed in reaching their goals and improving their lives and their communities; Community Colleges: We believe in lifting up the California Community College system as the greatest gateway to a better future; and Communities: We believe in the power of community colleges to help their communities thrive. Our projects and services seek to be at the forefront of innovation and excellence in higher education across five areas of impact: student success, workforce development, equity, community impact, and system support. To date, we’ve delivered hundreds of millions in grants, support, and cost savings to colleges and students to make this possible, with 85 cents of every dollar raised directly allocated to programs and services. We’re proud of our role in helping Californians build a better future for themselves and their families, but we know there’s more to be done. Join us. Learn more about working at the Foundation > Read the Foundation's Double Impact Strategic Plan > The Foundation’s main headquarters are based in Sacramento, California, though we offer remote opportunities throughout the entire state. We aim to hire a workforce reflective of the California communities we serve.

Requirements

• A self-starter and quick learner with a bias for action who is highly motivated and outcome-oriented, always seeking innovative approaches to project execution
• Practices ownership, takes accountability, and has the ability to project manage, prioritize tasks, and deliver quality products on time with limited supervision
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred minimum of two (2) + years of related work experience in finance or accounting.
• Preferred minimum of two (2) + years of financial analysis, grant, project, and/or costing accounting experience preferred.
• Any experience in an education or non-profit environment preferred.
• Knowledge of Workday and Adaptive Planning technology systems is preferred.
• Grant and/or fund accounting experience is preferred.
• We’re recruiting for mission-driven, passionate, equity-minded individuals with a strong desire to impact and change people’s lives for the better
• Innovation, creativity, collaboration, and entrepreneurship are encouraged as employees work to achieve organizational goals

Responsibilities

• Assist in financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting activities, leading to continuing financial sustainability, cost recovery strategies, and future insights.
• Manage tight deadlines and a multitude of activities including costing allocations, budget proposal support, and the support of budget and forecast activities.
• Provide support to other Finance-related functions, such as the month-end close process.
• Budget development for restricted revenue is required.
• Assist in the planning, coordination, and preparation of the annual budget and quarterly forecast processes through internal coordination, preparation, deadline management, and completion of assigned tasks.
• Assist in the preparation, review and distribution of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting, including written analysis, supporting documentation and data visualization for internal and external audiences.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, generous PTO, and paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Wellness offerings
• CalPERS retirement program and optional 403(b) and 457 Retirement plans
• Carrot reproductive health and fertility support
• Tuition reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed