This position can be based in Yarmouthport, MA or Washington, DC
Staff work a hybrid schedule with 2 days/week in the office
The Financial Analysis Specialist will play a critical role with respect to budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, and special projects across the organization. The successful individual must be able to extract, analyze and interpret data to develop insights and drive change by introducing process improvements throughout the reporting process. The Specialist works within the finance function and collaborates with other staff at a regional and global level to support the organization.

Role and Responsibilities

• Collaborates with cross-functional teams for process improvement initiatives and new system implementations.
• Prepares ongoing financial and business-related analysis and research in financial performance, including cost analysis, rate of return, depreciation, working capital and investments.
• Assists with the preparation and analysis of monthly and quarterly financial / operational reports presented to management for strategic purposes.
• Develops and monitors personnel budget and forecast, in collaboration with Human Resources Director, including time/effort allocations to restricted funding.
• Partners with program teams to accurately develop staffing costs associated with project proposals ongoing project monitoring.
• Evaluates optional plans in support of strategic initiatives by identifying outcomes and potential returns and supports development of financial models, including sources of information and verifying data.
• Identifies financial trends by comparing and analyzing actual results with plans and forecasts.
• Compiles, verifies, and analyzes financial information in order for senior management to have accurate and timely information for making strategic and operational decisions.
• Performs routine and non-routine analysis and suggests creative solutions to improve financial performance or reduce costs.
• Plays a key role in supporting de-centralized budgeting and reporting functions to increase knowledge, consistency and transparency.
• Conducts and supports the continued development of Budgeting, Financial Forecasting, Operating Plan and Modeling tools in close collaboration with cross-functional team.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
• 3+ years’ experience of Financial Planning and Analysis.
• Advanced proficiency level in Excel (advanced formulas; pivot tables; modelling, etc.) and PowerPoint (presenting information in a meaningful and concise manner).
• Experience and understanding of Corporate Performance Management tools preferred.
• Deep knowledge of not-for-profit accounting preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards.
• Thorough understanding of methods of systems analysis and the principles, design, and procedural methods used in big data analysis.
• Thorough understanding of project management.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical and technical skills.

At IFAW, we aim to create and foster a workforce that reflects and contributes to the diverse, global community in which we work to improve the lives of both animals and people. We are dedicated to fostering justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion so we actively encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $68,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20036

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