Senior Financial Analyst

SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY•San Francisco, CA

9d•$105,139 - $118,282•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Financial Analyst reports to the Director Financial Planning & Analysis, and facilitates the financial planning and budgeting process, conducts analyses to guide strategic decisions and identify opportunities for growth and cost reductions. Key responsibilities include analyzing financial statements, tracking performances against budgets, creating forecasts, performing ad-hoc analyses, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and support to leadership.

Requirements

BA/BS degree or equivalent experience in accounting, business, finance or related field required.
3-5 years broad experience in financial planning, budgeting, and report preparation.
Strong mathematical and superior analytical skills.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to professionally and diplomatically communicate and interact with a wide variety of internal stakeholders.
Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment when sharing information.
Strong organizational skills, with ability to work independently and manage highly detailed tasks.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities, and meet deadlines in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Advanced skill level in Excel required.
FP&A system knowledge required.
Able to adjust to changing work priorities and willing to work flexible hours during high-demand periods.
Self-starter; tolerance for ambiguity.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with and/or passion for orchestral music a plus.
Adaptive Planning a plus.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and prepare departmental forecast and budget analysis in partnership with a portfolio of budget managers. Work with department managers in preparation of budgets and forecasts.
Lead season planning forecast by developing financial models to support business planning.
Provide insight and recommendations to leadership based on financial analyses, helping to drive strategic decision-making.
Identify financial trends and risks to safeguard the organization’s financial stability.
Perform system administrative duties for FP&A system.
Maintaining and participating in continued development of financial systems
User level support in training and using the FP&A system.
Support development of multi-year forecasts and analyses.
Coordinate periodic review of budgets & projections with departments; adjust projections accordingly. Prepare variance analysis between projections and budget.
Prepare monthly operating statement reports, providing variance analyses and commentary.
Prepare grant reports in compliance with granting agency requirements.
Prepare external statistical reports.
Prepare financial reports as needed for department managers.
Participate in month close processes.
Maintain the chart of accounts, for planning system in alignment with the ERP to meet the needs of the organization.
Perform related duties as assigned by the Director or Manager of FP&A.
Respond to all clients and users of financial information with the highest level of service.
Perform additional duties as required by SFS.