Sierra Club is hiring a
Senior Grants Financial Analyst

Summary

Join our team at Sierra Club as a Senior Grants Financial Analyst to provide financial analysis for various campaigns, assist in budgeting and forecasting, and perform special projects. This is a category 5, exempt, non-represented, confidential position with a salary range of $90,550 - 95,550 annually.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of Financial Analysis/ FP&A experience with exposure to budgeting and forecasting, cost/benefit analysis, and financial systems
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and build strong relationships
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to create detailed financial models and compelling presentations

Responsibilities

• Assist and coordinate the budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting of restricted grants within the Energy, Conservation and Outdoors campaigns
• Prepare and maintain fundraising and operating budgets and monthly and quarterly forecasts
• Documents and reviews current business processes and recommends enhancements and efficiencies
• Conducts special projects and resolves complex operating and financial issues
• Prepares fundraising budgets, financial reports and participates in the preparation of other fundraising documents such as campaign business plans for foundations and major donors
• Assists in the preparation of annual operating budgets and updated monthly forecasts to conduct monthly budget reviews with the campaign team
• Monitors monthly campaign expenses for compliance with donor intent and budget guidelines
• Generates ad hoc financial reports as requested by senior management or other stakeholders
• Compares actual results to budget; provides labor and program expense analyses, cash flow projections and detailed forecasts on a monthly basis
• Identifies grant spending issues for Campaign and Advancement staff
• Collaborates with Campaigns, Departments and Advancement staff to review revenue projections, resolve discrepancies, and update operating budgets
• Performs project expenditure reconciliations and related correcting journal entries
• Maintains and updates campaign-specific activity codes in Sierra Club systems and maintains all required documentation for audit purposes
• Participates in confidential meetings and discussions to determine staffing levels and staffing plans
• Prepares confidential reports regarding availability of program funds, and analyzes proposed changes to staffing levels
• Acts as a financial resource to campaign leads and staff throughout the organization
• Identifies and tracks key drivers of financial performance and recommends improvements
• Works closely with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze financial data, and communicate financial insights and recommendations effectively to non-financial stakeholders
• Provide support and training to departments on financial processes and tools
• Performs special projects and ad-hoc reports and miscellaneous duties as directed

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings 401(k) plan