Senior Financial Analyst, Diocese of Allentown

Diocese of Allentown • Allentown, PA

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About The Position

This position is responsible for providing high-quality financial analysis, forecasting, and strategic insights to support organizational decision-making. This role partners closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to evaluate financial performance, develop budgets, and identify opportunities of improved processes and efficiencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a business-related field; MBA or CPA licensure is preferred.
• Minimum of 5-8 years' experience in Accounting or Finance.
• Must be able to set an ethical tone for diocesan conduct and must be absolutely distinguished for honesty and integrity.
• Ability to plan and implement process changes resulting in increased productivity and/or quality.
• Must possess a thorough understanding of computerized accounting systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Ability to maintain, and sensitively work with, confidential information.
• Demonstrates a high degree of flexibility and creativity to achieve objectives, solve problems, meet demands as required, and work with a variety of internal and external organizations and their memberships.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or CPA licensure is preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the annual budgeting timeline and coordinate the preparation of budgets for all Diocesan entities.
• Prepare regular financial reports and analyses (monthly, quarterly, and annually) in coordination with the Controller.
• Manage the administration of the ACBA (Allentown Catholic Beneficial Association) savings and loan entity which involves investment analysis and reporting, loan processing, and cash management.
• Act as the main liaison for annual financial audits, manage the schedule, coordinate financial information and follow-up.
• Prepare and deliver clear, concise, and visually engaging presentations to communicate financial insights and key performance metrics to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Spearhead implementation of financial systems, process improvement initiatives, and other special projects as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level