Fiscal Analyst, MI Works

Gesher Human Services•Southfield, MI

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Workforce Fiscal Analyst supports the financial operations of Gesher’s workforce development programs, including Michigan Works! career centers and related WIOA-funded initiatives. This position is responsible for tracking grant expenditures, preparing budgets and forecasts, processing invoices, and ensuring fiscal compliance with federal, state, and funder requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and comfort working within complex multi-funder environments.

Requirements

Two years of college in finance and/or business required
Three years of experience with computer word processing, spreadsheet, and accounting database software required
Proficiency using Microsoft Office
Strong skills in standards development, quality management, problem solving, process improvement, cost accounting, statistical analysis, financial planning, and requirements analysis
Interpersonal skills sufficient to communicate with participants, public, and staff
Composition skills sufficient to prepare required reports and paperwork

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Track and reconcile program expenditures across multiple funding streams, ensuring all costs are verified, allowable, and posted to the appropriate fiscal systems. Perform regular reconciliations by comparing and correcting data across internal records and funder reporting systems.
Assist in developing and monitoring program budgets. Prepare quarterly estimates, accruals, and grant expenditure forecasts. Identify variances between actual results and approved budgets and bring material discrepancies forward with analysis and recommended action.
Process invoices and support timely payments in accordance with contract and funder requirements. Maintain documentation sufficient for audit and compliance review.
Complete monthly cost allocation worksheets and supporting documentation. Manage time study processes in coordination with program and HR staff to ensure accurate allocation of personnel costs across funding streams.
Develop and maintain spreadsheets, templates, and databases to support program financial reporting. Prepare reports using fiscal and database software. Analyze data and make comparative analyses to support management decision-making and respond to funder inquiries.
Support internal and external audits by maintaining organized, complete financial records. Protect the confidentiality of all financial and operational information. Ensure fiscal practices align with applicable regulations, including 2 CFR Part 200 where federal funds are involved.
Other duties as assigned.