Financial Analyst Manager

Aston Carter•Hartford, CT

7d•$24 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Analyst Manager oversees all grant-related financial activity for the organization and ensures strict compliance with funder policies and requirements. This role leads a team of Financial Analysts, partners closely with program leadership, and supports the Chief Financial Officer and broader finance leadership in budgeting, reporting, and audits. The position combines hands-on accounting and financial analysis with supervisory responsibilities and plays a key role in maintaining accurate, timely, and transparent financial information for a large portfolio of programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration, or an equivalent combination of related nonprofit accounting managerial experience.
A minimum of five (5) years of related accounting or financial experience, including at least two (2) years in a supervisory capacity.
Demonstrated experience in budgeting, including maintaining program budgets and explaining financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
Strong financial reporting experience, including managing financial reporting for multiple programs or funding sources.
Hands-on accounting experience, including journal entry preparation, account review, and participation in monthly and annual closing processes.
Proficiency with financial software, including experience with Blackbaud or similar systems; familiarity with Financial Edge is preferred.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word, with the ability to perform complex analyses and create clear financial reports.
Proficiency in Windows-based systems and general financial software tools.
Knowledge and understanding of Federal and State laws governing funding and grant compliance.
Solid knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and their application in a nonprofit or grant-funded environment.
Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information clearly and professionally.
Demonstrated customer service skills and the ability to work effectively with program staff, leadership, and external stakeholders.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment in performing financial projections and analyses.
Proven ability to supervise and develop staff effectively, including coordinating workloads and providing guidance and feedback.
Leadership experience overseeing at least three Financial Analysts or a comparable team.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a nonprofit environment, particularly with grant-funded programs, is highly beneficial.
Familiarity with Financial Edge or related Blackbaud products is preferred.
Experience managing financials for a large portfolio of programs, such as energy assistance, meals on wheels, mental health, or similar services.
Ability to break down complex financial and budgeting concepts into clear, understandable terms for Program Managers and other non-financial staff.
Proactive mindset with the ability to identify issues, propose solutions, and take initiative in improving processes.
Experience assisting with external audits and funder monitoring visits.
Experience maintaining and updating departmental policies and procedures.
Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all financial work.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate the daily workflow of the Financial Analysts, ensuring accurate and timely completion of all assigned tasks.
Work closely with Financial Analysts to monitor expenses in each grant and ensure all costs are properly classified and compliant with funder requirements.
Collaborate with Program Managers and Financial Analysts to prepare, analyze, and submit timely and accurate financial reports to funders.
Partner with Financial Analysts, Program Managers, and leadership to support and prepare for all funder monitoring visits.
Work closely with the Accounting/Payroll Manager on the monthly financial closing process to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial data.
Collaborate with the Budget and Controls Manager on the creation, maintenance, and adjustment of program and grant budgets.
Report to the Budget and Controls Manager and Chief Financial Officer any financial activity deviations from funder-approved budgets that may require budget revisions.
Monitor financial performance and prepare variance reports to highlight differences between actual results and budgeted amounts.
Ensure all funder reports prepared by the Financial Analysts are completed accurately and submitted by their required due dates.
Assist in managing and updating cost allocation tables, including occupancy, cell phones, copiers, and other shared costs, as part of the monthly financial closing process.
Review and verify the accuracy of all financial data in each program’s balance sheet and income statement throughout the year.
Assist with monthly and annual financial closing processes, ensuring all entries, reconciliations, and adjustments are properly recorded.
Support the annual audit process and the closing of funds by providing schedules, documentation, and explanations as needed.
Review all journal entries prepared by Financial Analysts and prepare additional journal entries when necessary to ensure accurate financial records.
Assist in maintaining and updating departmental financial policies and procedures to reflect current practices and regulatory requirements.
Support the Chief Financial Officer and finance leadership with special projects, analyses, and other tasks as needed.
Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to a team of three Financial Analysts, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
Ensure program budgets remain on track and clearly explain complex financial information to Program Managers in an understandable way.
Serve as a hands-on accounting and finance resource, actively participating in day-to-day operations while acting as a primary point of contact and leader for the team.
Manage financial reporting and analysis for a broad portfolio of programs, which may include energy assistance, meals on wheels, mental health, and other services.