Funding Analyst I, II, or III

Brewer Science; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life

Paid leave and wellness breaks

Employee stock ownership

401k and bonus plans

Educational assistance

Job summary

Brewer Science, Inc. in Rolla, Missouri is seeking a Funding Analyst I, II, or III to support budgeting, grant administration, and financial planning for R&D and funded contracts.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, prepare grant requests, perform monthly closings, and develop financial models to inform strategic decisions.

This role offers a clear path for advancement within a technology-focused environment and requires strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 6+ years' experience in related field or
• Associate’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or related field with 4+ years’ experience in related field or
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or related field with 2+ years’ experience in related field or
• MBA or Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field and
• 1+ years of experience in ERP or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of grant requests for government and non-government agencies, including collecting, analyzing and reporting on performance of program activities.
• Complete monthly/quarterly billing for current open grant programs.
• Assist end of contract processes, including disposal of equipment purchased during grant activities.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes for the R&D groups by collecting and analyzing financial data.
• Develop and maintain financial models for budgeting, forecasting, and decision-making purposes.
• Prepare ad-hoc financial analysis and reports as requested by management.
• Assist with surveys, including annual government and customer surveys.
• Assist with annual audits for finance and grant requests.
• Assist with annual R&D tax credit process.
• Month-end closing, including journal entries, accruals and analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial information and provide insights.
• Prepare and assist in expense/revenue projections for monthly forecast and annual budget.

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Brewer Science, Inc. is a major innovator of high-technology solutions for the semiconductor / microelectronics markets. We are currently seeking a purpose-driven candidate with an ownership mentality to fill an open position as a Funding Analyst I, II, or III. This position will be located in Rolla, MO.

Summary:

Funding Analysts work in a diverse and dynamic environment with a team of business analysts and end users. Responsibilities will include proposal preparation for the financial data for all funding programs, financial analysis, and serving as financial liaison with other groups within company.

Responsibilities:

Funding Analyst I

• Assist in the preparation of grant requests, for government and non-government agencies. including collecting, analyzing and reporting on performance of program activities.
• Complete monthly/quarterly billing for current open grant programs.
• Assist end of contract process, including disposal of equipment/machinery purchased during grant activities.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes for the R&D groups by collecting and analyzing financial data.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of financial models for budgeting, forecasting, and decision-making purposes.
• Prepare ad-hoc financial analysis and reports as requested by management.
• Assist with surveys, including annual government and customer surveys.
• Assist with annual audits for finance and grant requests.
• Assist with annual R&D tax credit process.
• Month-end closing, including journal entries, accruals and analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial information and provide insights.
• Prepare and assist in expense/revenue projections for the monthly forecast and annual budget.

Funding Analyst II

• Same duties as Funding Analyst I.
• Additional duties as Funding Analyst II:
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including budget vs. actual analysis and forecasting reports for R&D groups.
• Lead the preparation of grant requests, for government and non-government agencies. including collecting, analyzing and reporting on performance of program activities.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify key performance indicators, areas for improvement, and to support strategic initiatives and business decisions.
• Develop and maintain advanced financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and scenario analysis for funded contracts and R&D groups.
• Partner with business leaders to understand their financial needs and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Evaluate the financial impact of various business strategies and initiatives.
• Collaborate with department heads to understand operational drivers and provide financial insights.
• Assist in the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures.

Funding Analyst III

• Same duties as Funding Analyst II.
• Additional duties as Funding Analyst III:
• Lead the financial planning and analysis process, including annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning for Funding and R&D groups.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing insights and recommendations to support strategic financial decision-making
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior management based on financial analysis and industry trends.
• Represent the finance team in meetings with external stakeholders, including investors, lenders, and auditors
• Research, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures governing federal contracts and administrating contract close out.
• Perform and provide financial analyses, reconciliation, and research dealing with government contracts.
• Monitor and report on key financial performance indicators.

Education & Credentials:

Funding Analyst I

• Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent and 6+ years' experience in related field or
• Associate’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or related field and 4+ years’ experience in related field or
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or related field and 2+ years’ experience in related field or
• MBA or Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field and
• 1+ years of experience in ERP or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Funding Analyst II

• Minimum Education and Experience
• High school diploma or equivalent and 8+ years' experience in related field or
• Associate’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or related field and 6+ years’ experience in related field or
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or related field and 4+ years’ experience in a related field or
• MBA or Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field and 2+ years’ experience in a related field and
• 3+ years of experience in ERP or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Professional certification (e.g., CFA, CPA) preferred.

Funding Analyst III

• Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent and 10+ years' experience in related field or
• Associate’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or related field and 8+ years’ experience in related field or
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or related field and 6+ years’ experience in a related field or
• MBA or Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field and 4+ years’ experience in a related field or
• 7+ years of experience in ERP or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Professional certification (e.g., CFA, CPA) preferred.

Benefits

At Brewer Science, we are a Top Workplace, Certified Employee-Owned, Certified B Corp™, and GreenCircle Certified Zero Waste to Landfill. By joining Brewer Science, you will be eligible to receive benefits including:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, long- and short-term disability, identity theft protection, and pet insurance
• Paid leave, including community service leave, wellness breaks, and other special leave
• Employee stock ownership, 401k, and bonus plans
• Educational assistance & employee assistance program

Equal Employment Opportunity - M/F/Disability/Veterans