Financial Analyst

Wingspan Life Resources; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Wingspan Life Resources in Minnesota seeks a Financial Analyst to join our nonprofit team. You will perform financial analysis, build models for budgeting and forecasting, and provide insights to leadership to support strategic decisions.

The role emphasizes accuracy, collaboration across departments, and adherence to nonprofit accounting principles. A Bachelor's in finance/accounting and 2–3 years of experience are preferred; proficiency in Excel and financial software is expected.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in financial analysis or related role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Knowledge of nonprofit finance and accounting principles is a plus.
• Experience with financial software such as QuickBooks or SAP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Create and maintain financial models to support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Provide insights and recommendations to leadership based on financial data.
• Prepare and present financial reports to management and stakeholders.
• Monitor and review financial performance against budget and prior year.
• Conduct cost-benefit analysis for potential projects and initiatives.
• Collaborate with departments to gather and analyze financial data.
• Assist in development of annual budgets and long-term financial plans.
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline financial operations.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting requirements.

Skills

Financial analysis

Financial modeling

Budgeting

Forecasting

Data analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

SAP

Job description

Financial Analyst

Wingspan Life Resources is seeking a highly-skilled and detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our team.

As a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities, Wingspan provides a wide range of services including residential care, employment opportunities, and social and recreational activities.

We are looking for a talented individual who shares our passion for making a positive impact in the community through financial analysis and strategic decision-making. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting financial analysis to identify trends, variances and opportunities for improvement
• Creating and maintaining financial models to support budgeting and forecasting processes
• Providing insights and recommendations to the leadership team based on financial data
• Preparing and presenting financial reports to management and stakeholders
• Monitoring and reviewing financial performance against budget and prior year
• Conducting cost-benefit analysis for potential projects and initiatives
• Collaborating with different departments to gather and analyze financial data
• Assisting in the development of annual budgets and long-term financial plans
• Identifying and implementing process improvements to streamline financial operations
• Ensuring compliance with all financial regulations and reporting requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 2-3 years of experience in financial analysis or related role
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Knowledge of non-profit finance and accounting principles is a plus
• Experience with financial software such as QuickBooks or SAP is preferred

Our Commitment to Diversity

At Wingspan Life Resources, we value diversity and believe that our employees reflect the diverse communities we serve.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance
• retirement plan with employer match
• paid time off
• professional development opportunities