Financial Analyst

Easterseals MORC Logo; Auburn Hills, Clinton Charter Township (MI, MI); Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Easterseals MORC is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our finance team in a mostly remote role. The position focuses on financial insights, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis to support decisions and promote financial health across programs and services.

Responsibilities include monthly to annual reporting, variance analysis, cost assessments, and strategic modeling to inform senior leadership. Strong Excel and nonprofit experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• 1–2 years of financial analysis or accounting experience.
• Non-profit financial experience is a plus, healthcare or CMH preferred.
• Strong Excel skills and understanding of financial principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Monitor performance by comparing actuals to budgets and forecasts.
• Provide financial insights to improve efficiency and profitability.
• Assist in annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Conduct variance analysis with department heads.
• Analyze costs for operations, programs, and services.
• Offer cost-control recommendations to management.
• Verify cost allocations according to procedures.
• Evaluate borrowing structures to optimize funding costs.
• Contribute data and analysis for strategic planning.
• Provide ad-hoc financial analysis to senior leadership.
• Participate in special projects and financial modeling.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Financial analysis

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree in Economics

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Job description

Job Category: Admin Professionals- HR/IT/Quality/Finan/M&D

Easterseals MORC is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our dynamic finance team. This mostly remote position will be responsible for providing financial insights, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis to support decision-making processes and ensure the financial health of the organization. As a key member of the finance team, the Financial Analyst will work closely with department leaders and senior management to manage financial performance, assess business trends, and contribute to the strategic goals of Easterseals MORC.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Monitor financial performance by comparing actual results to budgeted targets and forecasts.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to improve organizational efficiency and profitability.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Conduct variance analysis and collaborate with department heads to review financial outcomes and performance trends.
• Analyze costs related to operations, programs, and services.
• Provide actionable insights to management regarding cost control and cost-effectiveness measures.
• Verifying cost allocations according to company procedures.
• Evaluating borrowing structures to ensure competitive funding costs.
• Contribute financial data and analysis to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and reports to senior leadership as required.
• Participate in special projects, financial modeling, and data-driven initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in financial analysis, accounting, or a related field.
• Non-profit financial experience, especially in healthcare or CMH is a plus.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Solid understanding of financial principles, accounting standards, and best practices.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Accounting.

Bachelors or better in Business Administration.

Bachelors or better in Economics.

Bachelors or better in Finance.

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