Senior Financial Analyst

Senior Financial Analyst 

The Ounce of Prevention Fund is one of Chicago’s most energized, future-focused organizations devoted to early childhood development.
Our mission is to improve the life chances for low-income children through programs, training, research and advocacy.
We are recruiting individuals who want to join us in this mission and share a commitment to our core values of appreciation & respect, empowerment, diversity, excellence, learning and communication.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including 401(k); tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities; flex work hours and work-from-home options; and paid parental leave. 

Reporting to the Financial Manager you will:

• Monitor the budget and spending status of assigned divisions and report on financial results to key stakeholders.
• Prepare, monitor and analyze financial information to ensure the ongoing management of finances meets approved budgets and reporting requirements.
• Work with division personnel to produce accurate forecasts for monthly, quarterly, and annual submittals. 
• Compile and review annual budget submissions for accuracy with division personnel
• Ensure that assigned division’s financial records are compliant with all revenue spend down and accounting requirements.
• Review purchase orders, requisitions, and expense submittals for account coding accuracy, proper cost allocation, and allowability by funder.
• Orient and provide technical assistance to staff regarding financial procedures and required documentation; ensure financial records of the division meet all requirements.
•  Perform periodic Ad-hoc reporting and analysis. 

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• 5 years of financial experience.

Last but not least we offer some great perks:

• Work from home options for qualified employees plus flexible hours.
• Tuition reimbursement, competitive salary and benefit packages, employer contribution towards your 401k, and much more.