Finance Analysis Specialist - (JR 5625)

PATH•Los Angeles, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

PATH is seeking candidates passionate about helping others make a positive change in their lives to join our Finance Grants Management team as the Finance Analysis Specialist. Since its foundation in 1984, PATH (People Assisting The Homeless) has pioneered bold and effective approaches to assist people experiencing homelessness. PATH operates services throughout California, connecting our clients to a comprehensive continuum of homelessness prevention, street outreach, employment preparation and placement assistance, individualized case management, supportive services, interim housing, and permanent supportive housing. The Finance Analysis Specialist is responsible for preparing and maintaining financial reports on various programs and to support budget analysis, profit and loss, and contract receivables reporting. Responsibilities include processing, reconciling, analyzing financial data that supports budgeting, forecasting, and contracts/grant billing. This position interfaces externally with contract funders and to ensure responsive reporting for optimal analysis and financial performance.

Requirements

Analytical Skills and Attention to Detail: Gather and interpret data, identifying trends, patterns, and insights to inform decision-making. Ability to consistently produce high-quality work, ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks.
Collaboration and Teamwork: Work effectively with others, seeking out and building positive working relationships with colleagues, participants, and stakeholders. Work effectively with others, contributing to team goals and recognizing the strengths and contributions of others.
Communication: Convey information clearly and effectively (both verbally and in writing) to individuals and groups in a manner that informs, engages and maintains their attention.
Creativity and Initiative: Take action and make decisions without being prompted, demonstrating a proactive approach to work and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities. Think outside the box, generating innovative solutions to problems or challenges.
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Analyze and evaluate information and situations, identify key issues, consider alternatives, and make logical decisions based on sound reasoning that will achieve the desired outcome.
Ethics and Boundaries: Maintain ethical and professional standards, demonstrating honesty, integrity, and a commitment to doing the right thing in all situations while maintaining professional boundaries.
Bachelor’s Degree in finance or accounting or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Have employment eligibility verification
Have or be able and willing to obtain CPR/First Aid training
Successfully complete the following as a condition of hire: Tuberculosis Test, Background Screening, Drug Test

Responsibilities

Under the direction of senior specialists and management, prepare cost based billing and financial reporting for a portfolio of contracts and grants
Assist senior specialists and management with maintaining a thorough knowledge of all grant and contract financial and invoicing requirements and ensure that all grant accounting activities are congruent with such requirements
Reconcile grant accounts and resolve invoice discrepancies with other departments
Interface with funder and PATH program personnel to resolve any issues surrounding invoices, including disallowed expenses or compliance issues
Review and analyze grant related accounting entries to accurately charge costs to specific grants
Maintain a log of invoices prepared and track payments; may include Accounts Receivable entries and analysis
Follow up with funders to ensure timely collection of receivables and to review aged A/R with PATH Finance management