Fiscal Analyst

Lafourche Arc; Johnson Ridge (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lafourche Arc is seeking a Senior Accountant to strengthen financial decision-making through cost reporting, budgeting, variance analysis and performance monitoring for a nonprofit organization. You will partner with directors to maintain accurate financial records, oversee the annual budgeting process, develop forecasts and long-range plans, and ensure compliance with Medicaid and other regulations.

This role demands strong analytical abilities, proficiency with accounting software and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a major in Accounting and 3–5 years nonprofit experience.
• Knowledge of Medicaid regulations and nonprofit accounting practices.
• Ability to work with auditors and maintain internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Analyze department and operating costs to identify trends and savings.
• Lead annual budgeting process and coordinate with departments.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual cost reports for management.
• Perform variance analysis comparing actual costs to budgets and forecasts.
• Collaborate with directors to ensure accurate budget assumptions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Budgeting

Cost accounting

Attention to detail

Internal controls

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (Accounting)

3–5 years nonprofit accounting experience

Master’s degree in Accounting (preferred)

Tools

Accounting software

Payroll software

Microsoft Office

Job description

SUMMARYThe Senior Accountant position is responsible for supporting financial decision-making throughcomprehensive cost reporting, budget development, variance analysis, and operationalperformance monitoring. Under the supervision of the Fiscal Services Director, the SeniorAccountant will partner with leaders in the organization to improve financial efficiency, maintainaccurate financial records, and provide actionable insights that help support the organization’smission. The employee will need to be familiar with current and new regulations and guidelinesrelating to non-profit finance and accounting principles.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may beassigned.Analyze departmental and operational costs to identify trends, risks, and opportunities forcost savings.Develop and maintain cost accounting systems, methodologies, and procedures.Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual cost reports for management review.Conduct detailed variance analysis comparing actual costs to budgets, forecasts, and priorperiods.Evaluate overhead and operating expenses to support organizational improvements.Lead the annual budgeting process and coordinate budget preparation across departments.Develop financial forecasts, rolling budgets, and long-range financial plans.Monitor budget performance and provide recommendations for corrective actions whenvariances occur.Collaborate with department directors to ensure budget assumptions are accurate andaligned with the organization’s mission.Prepare budget presentations and supporting schedules for executive leadership.Assist the Fiscal Services Director with preparation of the financial and statistical reportsas needed.Assists the Fiscal Services Director with coordination and preparation of financial auditsas required by agency policy, governmental regulations, or other organizations. Prepareswork papers and assists auditors in the annual financial and cost report audits.Cross train on other Fiscal roles to maintain knowledge of departmental processes andprovide support when needed.Assist with planning and implementing changes in the accounting systems.Recommend changes in financial policies and procedures, as necessary.Monitors established internal controls to ensure proper compliance.Help maintain the agency’s computer system, internet, hardware and software as well assecurity issues that may occur.Attend meetings with the Directors, staff, and Board of Directors as needed.Assures that confidentiality of records is maintained.Comply with all of Lafourche Arc’s policies and procedures.Perform other duties as assigned.ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIESAssists in the preparation of cost reimbursement reports and other interim reports as may berequired.Assists with planning and implementing changes in the accounting system.Performs other duties as assigned.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESAssists the Fiscal Services Director in managing fiscal services staff. Carries out supervisoryresponsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraisingperformance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolvingproblems.QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to performeach essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of theknowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEBachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in the field of Business Administrationwith a major in Accounting and three to five (3-5) years’ experience preferably in a nonprofitsetting and or A Master’s degree within Accounting.Knowledge of technical and professional principles and skills of accounting and finance.Knowledge of data processing capabilities and procedures, including the use of variousaccounting and payroll software as well as Microsoft Office.Knowledge of appropriate management and supervisory skills to assist in the supervision of thegeneral accounting staff.Knowledge of requirements and regulations set forth by Medicaid and other related agencies.Ability to maintain good working relationships with co-workers, supervisor, management, anddepartment head staff and various agency personnel.LANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read, analyzes, and interprets general business periodicals, professional journals,technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, businesscorrespondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respondto questions from groups of managers, recipients, customers, and the general public.MATHEMATICAL SKILLSAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers,common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage and to draw andinterpret graphs.REASONING ABILITYAbility to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability tointerpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and dealwith several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to exercise independent judgment. Abilityto assess, project and plan for recipient needs. Ability to understand principles of behaviormanagement. Ability to interpret state/federal/agency regulations. Ability to documentconcisely, accurately and timely.OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIESSkill in operating a calculator.Skill in designing spreadsheets.Ability to prepare accurate financial statements at an intermediate level of complexity.Ability to work a flexible schedule. Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of thosethat must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to performthe essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Theemployee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hand to finger, handle, or feel; and reach withhands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit; stoop, kneel, or crouch. Theemployee must frequently lift and/or carry files weighing up to 10 pounds. Specific visionabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depthperception, and ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here arerepresentative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential function ofthis job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilitiesto perform the essential functions.Normal office conditions. Noise level is low. Exposure to inside environmental conditions.Required to work extended periods of time at a computer monitor and to maintain attention todetail despite interruptions.I acknowledge that I have read and been given a copy of this job description. It adequatelyrepresents the tasks of a Senior Accountant. Should I have any questions relating to myresponsibilities, I will speak with my direct supervisor.