Senior Budget Analyst - Ledgent Finance & Accounting

Senior Budget Analyst

Position Overview: The Senior Budget Analyst will lead and oversee the financial management of government and foundation grants. Reporting to the Director of Finance, this role is responsible for ensuring compliance with grant regulations, preparing detailed financial reports, and managing grant budgets. The position requires strong leadership capabilities and prior management or supervisory experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the review, monitoring, and reporting of assigned government and foundation grants.
• Provide strategic direction and mentorship to junior finance team members.
• Develop and present detailed financial analyses, including budget-to-actual reports and grant billing.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of grant budgets, billings, and modifications.
• Collaborate with program staff to ensure adherence to grant spending requirements and regulations.
• Lead efforts in reconciling deferred revenue, grant receivables, and managing collections.
• Support fiscal compliance and grant audits, ensuring all processes align with laws and regulations.
• Stay updated on changes in grant-related laws and nonprofit accounting principles.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or a related field (or substantial relevant experience).
• 5+ years of experience in accounting or financial management, including 1+ years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines effectively.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Familiarity with nonprofit accounting and Uniform Grant Guidance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced coursework in accounting or related disciplines.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.