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Analyst, Finance & Planning (Programs)

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Washington, D.C., USA
Full-time

 

This position will be the Finance and Planning contact for specific business areas, facilitating the day to day finance operations of these areas. Responsibilities include preparing and consolidating annual budgets and forecasts, reviewing and approving workflow transactions, monthly close process and variance analysis, and providing business advisory support. Position works closely with division leads in a fast-paced environment. Applies very strong Microsoft Excel skills to efficiently manipulate and analyze large amounts of data. Prepares business modeling and analysis for management decision making. Utilizes strong interpersonal skills to support project managers at all levels, with a willingness to assist in teaching them how to access the information they need. Works with Finance and Planning leads and other team members to roll up division reporting into Executive Management reports and responds to requests from Management, including revenue and philanthropy needs.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • With Director supervision, manage and prepare budgets and forecasting documents for assigned areas in collaboration with division leads and staff, including P&L and cash statements. (30%)
  • With Director supervision, manage and prepare monthly divisional financial reporting and coordinate with other Finance and Planning staff on divisional progress. Coordinate with Revenue and Support group on all philanthropic and other revenue reporting as needed. (30%)
  • Provide day to day operational support, reviewing and approving transactions in Workday to verify proper coding, and supporting project managers at all levels (20%)
  • Contribute to month-end close and review process with Corporate Accounting team. Verify that all entries are recorded accurately and timely for specific assigned areas. (10%)
  • Various projects on behalf of the Finance and Planning group. (5%)
  • Support new business and growth opportunities for divisions. (5%)
Educational Background: 
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
Skills/Experience: 
  • 4+ years of Finance and Planning or Accounting experience that includes interfacing with organizational leadership and working with many groups within an organization.
  • Work experience includes providing financial analytical data to business groups and providing training and advice to such groups to help them make business decisions. Non-profit experience preferred.
  • Strong analytical, communication and organizational skills. Basic knowledge of GAAP accounting rules. 
  • Very strong Microsoft Excel skills, with the ability to use pivot tables and other advanced formulas.
  • Must have the ability to perform in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment. Able to work well independently and as part of a team.
Job Function: 

Organization Info

National Geographic Society

Overview
Headquarters: 
Washington, DC, United States
Founded: 
1938
About Us
Mission: 

The National Geographic Society was founded in 1888 with a mission to "increase and diffuse geographic knowledge." As one of the world's largest nonprofit scientific and educational organizations, the Society works to inspire people to care about the planet.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Oct 31 2019
Active Until: 
Dec 1 2019
Hiring Organization: 
National Geographic Society
industry: 
Nonprofit