R3390Employment TypeFull timeWorksite FlexibilityHybridJob SummaryWe are looking for a motivated Financial Analyst ready to take us to the next level! If you have experience developing financial models and forecasting budgets, and are looking for your next career move, apply now.Job DescriptionWe are looking for a Financial Analyst to oversee and manage the fiscal aspects of child welfare services, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations . This position will be full-time contract and hybrid.What You’ll Do
Develop and maintain financial models to forecast program budgets and expenditures
Analyze financial data to identify trends, make recommendations for cost savings, and ensure the efficient allocation of resources
Prepare detailed reports on financial performance and present findings to senior management and stakeholders
Collaborate with program managers to understand financial needs and provide strategic support for Child Welfare initiatives
Monitor and report on the financial status of grants and other funding sources related to Child Welfare.
Conduct regular audits and reviews to ensure financial integrity and accountability
Serve as a financial liaison between the Child Welfare programs and other departments, agencies, and external partners
Conduct a comprehensive assessment of the fiscal functions and operations
Provide fiscal professional consultancy services to support in maintaining fiscal operations
Conduct an expenditure analysis and review document justifications for expenditure requests
Review and enhance existing processes for monitoring the fiscal integrity of purchased services to support improved outcomes for children and families
Review and enhance existing policies and draft new policies, as needed, to support the sustainability of sound fiscal operations
Provide child welfare specific fiscal consultancy services to support the transition and training of new fiscal team members, as needed
Review and provide training on the Needs-Based Plan and Budget Instructions Bulletin and Templates
Assist in the completion of the budget portion of the NBPB, as needed, based on the abilities of existing team members
Assist with the completion of day-to-day functions of the fiscal department, as needed, based on the abilities/capacity of existing team members
Assist with or conduct contract monitoring functions
What You'll NeedRequired:
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related field
Extensive experience in developing and maintaining financial models for forecasting budgets and expenditures
Proven track record in financial data analysis and trend identification, with a strong emphasis on cost savings and resource allocation
Experience preparing detailed financial performance reports and presenting findings to senior management and stakeholders
Experience collaborating with program managers and providing strategic financial support for Child Welfare or similar initiatives
In-depth knowledge of financial status monitoring and reporting for grants and other funding sources, especially in the context of Child Welfare
Demonstrated ability to conduct regular financial audits and reviews to ensure integrity and accountability
Proven experience serving as a financial liaison across departments, agencies, and external partners in a Child Welfare setting
Advanced proficiency in financial software, databases, and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
Strong skills in financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and auditing
Excellent knowledge and understanding of Child Welfare funding sources, financial regulations, and related grant management
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all levels of management and cross-functional teams
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and deadlines
Experience in conducting comprehensive fiscal assessments and providing consultancy services within a Child Welfare setting
Strong ability to train and support team members in fiscal operations
Experience with policy review and development, with the ability to draft and enhance fiscal policies
Expertise in providing consultancy services specific to Child Welfare fiscal management
Experience in conducting expenditure analyses and reviewing expenditure request justifications
Ability to assist with day-to-day fiscal department tasks and contract monitoring based on team capacity
Preferred:
Master’s degree
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or similar certification
Physical Demands
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standards
Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.
Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor
Reasonable Accommodation StatementIf you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to application.accommodations@cai.io or (888) 824 – 8111.Equal Employment Opportunity Policy StatementIt is the policy of CAI not to discriminate against any employee or applicant due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or being a protected veteran. It is also the policy of CAI to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or being a protected veteran, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment. Employees and applicants of CAI will not be subject to harassment due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or being a protected veteran. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State, or local EEO law is prohibited.
