Financial Strategy & Compliance Analyst

United Way for Southeastern Michigan; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking nonprofit organization as a Financial Strategy & Compliance Analyst, where your financial expertise will drive impactful projects. In this role, you'll collaborate with diverse teams, create financial models, and analyze key metrics to support community initiatives. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work while contributing to meaningful causes. With a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in nonprofit finance. Make a difference today!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

403(b) with match

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Strong analytical skills to resolve complex business processes.

Responsibilities

• Analyze large datasets to identify trends and provide actionable insights.
• Collaborate with teams to track the financial picture of key programs.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial Modeling

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Economics

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Power BI

Tableau

Power Automate

Job description

Join United Way for Southeastern Michigan as our Financial Strategy & Compliance Analyst, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting projects that lead our financial strategies within the nonprofit sector. This position offers exciting opportunities to collaborate on special projects, create financial models, forecasts, prepare reports, and analyze key financial metrics. You will work alongside a diverse team of problem solvers, utilizing your expertise in finance and general accounting to drive innovation and excellence. The flexibility to work from home allows you to maintain a work-life balance while contributing to meaningful projects that benefit the community. With a competitive salary range of $70,000-$75,000, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in nonprofit finance and make a real impact.

You can enjoy great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Paid Time Off, Employee Discounts, 403(b) with match, Organization paid STD/LTD & AD&D, Supplemental Insurance, and Pet Insurance. Don't miss the chance to be part of a collaborative environment that prioritizes people and diversity. Apply today!

United Way for Southeastern Michigan: Our Story

What is it like to work united? Here at United Way for Southeastern Michigan, our employees combine their strengths to develop solutions to some of our region's toughest challenges alongside donors, advocates, volunteers, and partners. Join our team as we work collaboratively to impact the communities within southeastern Michigan! For over 100 years, we've responded to pressing challenges around children and families, health, and community. Our annual campaign, honored with a symbolic or actual "torch drive," has brought thousands of companies and individuals together for a common cause: supporting our Southeastern Michigan communities.

Would you be a great Financial Strategy & Compliance Analyst?

You should demonstrate the ability to set priorities, take initiative, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines independently. Strong project management skills and experience working with cross-functional teams are essential. Success in this role also requires being detail-oriented and able to work effectively independently. Responsibilities include analyzing large datasets to identify trends and patterns, and collaborating with teams to translate data findings into actionable insights.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary to provide clear updates to the Director, Financial Strategy & Compliance, and external stakeholders. You will also understand and track the full financial picture of key programs, including revenue, cash flow, procurement, and payables, and participate in regular meetings to align on program requirements. Problem-solving skills with a customer service focus will be beneficial for various tasks.

Knowledge & Skills Required:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
• 2-5 years of experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, variance analysis, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex business processes and data sets
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (including advanced Excel, database queries, Power Automate) and BI tools such as Power BI, Tableau
• Willingness to learn new tasks and procedures

Connect with our team today!

If you believe this is the right job for you, apply now! We look forward to meeting you.

Please read the full job description prior to applying.

Salary: $70,000 - $75,000 per year

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