Entry-Level Grants & Budget Analyst

COMMUNITY RENEWAL TEAM INC; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical/dental/vision insurance

PTO & holidays

Retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Professional development

Life insurance

Job summary

COMMUNITY RENEWAL TEAM INC. is seeking an Entry Level Financial Analyst in Hartford, CT to monitor budgets, recognize revenue, and assist with annual budgets for programs and grants. The role reports to the Financial Analysis Manager and requires an associate degree in accounting or related field.

Responsibilities include monthly forecasting, verifying expenses, ensuring accurate billing, and preparing grant reports. Strong Excel/Word skills and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business Administration required.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Demonstrated skills in MS Excel and MS Word; strong oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial projections, budget variance explanations, and forecasting to Program Managers monthly.
• Verify budgeted expenses against actuals and report in monthly meetings.
• Ensure proper billing and coordination with Accounting Manager and Controller.
• Maintain electronic files for assigned programs and complete required financial reports to funders.
• Assist with audits, funder monitoring visits, and closing processes.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budget forecasting

MS Excel

MS Word

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Accounting

Bachelor degree preferred

Tools

Financial software

Accounting software

Job description

COMMUNITY RENEWAL TEAM INC. is seeking an Entry Level Financial Analyst in Hartford, CT to monitor budgets, recognize revenue, and assist with annual budgets for programs and grants. The role reports to the Financial Analysis Manager and requires an associate degree in accounting or related field.

Responsibilities include monthly forecasting, verifying expenses, ensuring accurate billing, and preparing grant reports. Strong Excel/Word skills and confidentiality are essential.