Finance Analyst I

Job Description:

• WHY CHOOSE US?
  As one of the nation's premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good.

  We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference.

  The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women's Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions.

  At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine!

  WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (Job Overview):

  The American Red Cross is seeking a Finance Analyst I to participate in a rotational program to groom them for future leadership positions. Selected individuals will start at the Analyst I level and will immediately enter a rotation through approximately three to four finance teams spending about six months learning and contributing in each (the first rotation may be 9-12 months for training). Teams may include:

  - The Field Finance team that supports the finances of our local regions

  - The Training Services Finance and Analysis team

  - NHQ Finance Program lead functions such as support to fundraising, domestic disaster, international services, Services to Armed Forces, or IT

  - Biomedical (focused on blood products) operations and supply chain finance team

  - The Biomedical recruitment and collections team.

  Under close supervision, assist with the collection and analysis of data from organizational units. Support the preparation of financial plans and/or financial analysis. May provide business leaders with financial forecasts to support short and long - term decision making. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers.
  
  Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.

  WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD (Key Responsibilities):
• 1. Assist in conducting and documenting simple to moderate financial analysis projects.
• 2. May help develop, interpret, and implement financial concepts for financial planning and control.
• 3. May provide monthly revenue and/or expense analyses and reports.
• 4. May monitor operating budget process and allocations. May provide analysis to determine present and future performance.
• 5. Assist in the development and maintenance of financial policies, procedures, and systems.

Scope

Individual contributor that works under close supervision. Use technical knowledge to solve routine types of problems.

The salary range for this position is $60,720.00 - $71,760.00

This job will be posted for a minimum of five business days and extended if the applicant pool needs to be expanded.

Note that American Red Cross salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. Other factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum Qualifications):

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required.
• Experience: Minimum 1 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
• Management Experience: N/A
• Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of applicable principles, concepts, practices, and standards. Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Basic proficiency in use of Personal Computer, word-processing, spreadsheet applications, and database applications when applicable. Ability to work on a team.
• Travel: May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout the Red Cross system.

*Combination of candidate's education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description's minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted).

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE (Preferred Qualifications):

Accounting or Finance analysis experience

Excel experience

Financial systems experience

Must be highly flexible

BENEFITS FOR YOU:
We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn.

* Medical, Dental Vision plans

* Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts

* PTO + Holidays

* 401K with 5% match

* Paid Family Leave

* Employee Assistance

* Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term

* Service Awards and recognition

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

AmeriCorps, the federal agency that brings people together through service, and its partners - the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps Alums, National Peace Corps Association, and the Service Year Alliance - launched Employers of National Service to connect national service alumni with opportunities in the workforce.American Red Cross is proud to be an EONS partner and share our employment opportunities with the network of organizations.

Interested in Volunteering? Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions.

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