Financial Analyst

3 days ago

Chevy Chase, United States The Ladders Full time
Overview

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, global development company that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions, and stabilization. Based in Chevy Chase, MD (metro Washington, D.C. area), Creative has programs in more than 30 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Founded in 1977, Creative is a minority-owned, mission-driven organization that has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

We value diversity - in backgrounds and in experiences. We are deliberate and self-reflective about the kind of team and culture that we are building, seeking staff that are not only strong in their own aptitudes but care deeply about supporting each other's growth. Our success depends on all our employees' points of view, and the principle that inclusion is everyone's responsibility.

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the VP of Financial Analysis, the Financial Analyst supports division and project financial planning, analysis, and reporting; performs analytical and financial checks on the different Project Financial Management procedures and processes; consolidates, rolls up, and analyzes forecasts and budgets; and provides project pipeline analysis and indirect oversight.

Reporting & Supervision:

The Financial Analyst reports directly to the VP of Financial Analysis and will work in close collaboration with programmatic division management, Project Directors, and backstops.

Responsibilities

  • Provides financial analysis and support in the following processes:
    • Strategic and long-range revenue and profit planning, forecasting and budgeting, consolidated and ad-hoc reporting, and project finance processes for division and corporate requirements;
  • Provides project financial analysis and reporting on P&L and Controllable metrics and measurements for projects and divisional roll-ups. Some activities may include:
    • Reviewing invoices;
    • Reviewing revenue recognition;
    • Preparing and reviewing project financial pipeline reports;
    • Attending regular project meetings;
    • Working closely with all members of the project teams - Project Directors, Backstops and field staff;
  • Provides analytical support and ad hoc reports to the VP of Financial Analysis and CFO as required; and
  • Coordinates, validates, and consolidates information in the following processes:
    • Project Estimates to Complete (ETCs), monthly progress reviews; quarterly, semi-annual, and annual budgeting and forecasting.
  • Provides ad hoc support to the Cost and Pricing Unit, leading proposal costing efforts and developing proposal budgets and narratives. Provides guidance on strategic pricing. cost/operational realism, and the development and delivery of training.
Qualifications

Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • BA/BS in Accounting or Finance, MBA preferred;
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in financial analysis, project financial management, accounting, cash management, and/or information systems;
  • Familiarity with U.S. government regulations concerning cost accounting standards;
  • Familiarity with the USAID project life cycle, and knowledge of international development implementation;
  • Familiarity with different Indirect Rate applications, NICRA, etc;
  • Familiarity with T&M, Fixed Price and Cost Reimbursement contracts, and the financial accounting thereof;
  • Attention to quantitative detail;
  • Must be expert in Excel and able to manipulate and use spreadsheets for consolidation, sensitivity analysis, changes in variables, with v-look-ups, embedded formulas, links to external spreadsheets, etc.;
  • Ability to write and verbally communicate clearly and concisely;
  • Strong planning, organizational and prioritization skills;
  • Strong information systems skills in database management;
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team;
  • Ability to travel.
Desired Skills & Qualifications:
  • Prior experience with ERP installations and Report Design;
  • Unanet Software experience.
  • French Language desired


EEOC Statement: Creative is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics. Military veterans, Ameri-Corps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Accessibility Notice: If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please send an email to I[redacted]. Please view Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision: Creative will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation. #LI-IB

Only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

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