Financial (Accounting) Analyst

JOB TITLE: Financial (Accounting) AnalystCLASSIFICATION: Full Time, Non-ExemptPROGRAM/DEPARTMENT: FinanceIMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Assistant Chief Financial OfficerPosition SummaryEnhances the productivity of Finance teams by performing assigned accounting duties. Perform financial analysis on operations, advise management teams in the maximization of revenues and reimbursement methodologies, and assist with the development and utilization of budgets. Compile, analyze and interpret monthly, interim, year-end and comparative financial information. Prepare and submit reports on current and projected financial status. Identify areas of concern and communicates appropriately. Provides requested financial analyses in an accurate, complete and timely manner regarding financial inquires. Assist in preparation of annual budget within timeline. Gather revenue and expense projections from program. Compile and analyze data to ensure maximization of revenues and reimbursement methodologies.QualificationsMinimum Education, Training & Experience:Bachelors degree in Accounting or FinancePreferred Education, Training & ExperienceAccounting experience in a not-for-profit environment.Essential Skills And AbilitiesPossesses functional knowledge of accounting process is required.Demonstrates working knowledge of spreadsheet applications is required.Demonstrates highly developed analytical skillsAbility to understand accounting and finance concepts and communicate them effectively & efficiently to many organizational levelsAbility to interpret quantitative and qualitative dataAbility to pursue knowledge of the business to produce better and more useful informationAbility to effectively work within tight timeframes and deadlinesAbility to assess and prioritize responsibilitiesAbility to effectively utilize time and other resourcesSalary$27-$29 per hour starting rate based on experienceJob is posted in both Olean and Niagara Falls but preference for Niagara Falls applicantsPreference given to applicants residing within the greater Niagara Falls, NY area.