Financial Planning Analyst (66321)

Volunteers Of America Western Washington•Everett, WA

1d•$88,270 - $97,562

About The Position

Volunteers of America Western Washington is a non-profit organization operating in Western Washington for over 125 years. Our Christian roots drive us to put our faith into action for the benefit of every member of the community. We celebrate our unique perspectives and lived experiences that allow us to better serve and uplift our community – and each other. Volunteers of America Western Washington is officially a designated CARE trauma informed organization. The Financial Planning Analyst (FPA) has a critical role that contributes to the organization’s financial foundation and resilience. The position collaborates closely with other teams within the Finance Department including accounting, receivables/payables, contracts, and billing as well as with other direct service and administrative departments. The FPA supports financial decision-making by preparing and helping negotiate budgets for grants and contracts. This role conducts in-depth analysis of all revenue and cost sources and uses the analysis to support decision-making and adjustments to ensure financial results are favorable.

Requirements

Proven analytical skills to translate financial numbers into clear insights and practical recommendations, including costs modeling and analysis
Project management
Strong communicator of ideas and concepts, with ability to adapt explanations to both financial and non-financial audiences
People savvy; connector and partner; demonstrates patience, respect, and professionalism when working with others
Ability to build and maintain trust with supervisors and partners by providing transparent, accurate, and timely financial information, while also fostering mutual understanding
Passion for relentless improvement; ability to perform recurring or ad-hoc duties while responding to shifting priorities
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field required OR 3–5 years of experience in financial planning, budgeting, or financial analysis within a nonprofit or government-funded organization.
Working knowledge of Single Audit requirements and federal Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200)
Experience with government grant budgeting, government contracts, and restricted funding is required.
Advanced Excel skills required (pivot tables, vlookups, etc.); experience with ERP/accounting systems and reporting tools preferred.
Advanced data modeling, system savvy, data curious, and familiar with AI tools
Strong analytical, organizational, documentation, and presentation skills with high attention to detail.
Skilled in creating and presenting financial planning and analysis dashboards and presentations for the VP of Finance or the CFO
Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

deep understanding of GAAP is highly desired.
Experience in indirect costs (NICRA) and financial analysis of capital projects or housing projects are highly desired.

Responsibilities

Budgeting and Financial Planning Support the VP of Finance in the organizations annual budgeting process, special projects, and other assigned areas.
Partner with Program and Administrative Leadership to develop compliant Program, grant, and departmental budgets aligned with approved funding agreements and the agency’s strategic plan.
Prepare budget amendments and revisions as required by funders, ensuring appropriate approvals and documentation.
Support multi-year budgeting and long-range financial planning for Programs.
Financial Reporting and Analysis Prepare regular budget to actual reports and detailed variance analyses, with particular attention to allowability, allocability, and reasonableness of costs.
Monitor spending against grant and contract budgets to identify potential compliance risks, under- or over-spending, and funding shortfalls.
Develop forecasts and reforecasts based on program activity, contract terms, and funding changes.
Prepare financial schedules, analyses, and narratives for Executive Leadership and the Board of Directors.
Single Audit and Compliance Support Single Audit preparation by maintaining accurate budget documentation, grant schedules, and supporting analyses.
Assist with preparation of the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) and related reconciliation to general ledger and budgets.
Collaborate with accounting and compliance staff to ensure consistency between budgets, financial reporting, and audited financial statements.
Respond to auditor requests related to budgeting, financial planning, and grant compliance.
Support internal controls related to budgeting, forecasting, and grant monitoring.
Grants and Government Contracts Assist in financial planning for new grants and contracts, including proposal budgets and cost allocations.
Monitor compliance with federal Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200) and applicable state and local regulations as they relate to budgeting and financial planning.
Support indirect cost rate calculations, cost allocation methodologies, and budget narratives as needed.
Process Improvement and Collaboration Contribute to continuous improvement of budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes, with an emphasis on audit readiness and compliance.
Train and support program staff in understanding budgets, financial reports, and funder requirements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.