Finance & Grants Analyst

Overview

The Finance & Grants Analyst provides specialized finance and grants management support to the California business unit. This role involves financial analysis and reporting, financial management, accounting, auditing, and public grants administration. The position requires strong technical expertise to manage financial and accounting activities in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and best practices. The analyst partners closely with program teams and staff at all levels, offering guidance, insight, and support to advance conservation outcomes. This role serves as a key resource for complex financial and grants-related questions, applying sound judgment and deep knowledge to resolve issues and ensure accurate, compliant financial management.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial analysis and reporting support
• Manage financial and accounting activities following established policies and procedures
• Support auditing and public grants administration
• Partner with program teams and staff to provide financial guidance and support
• Address complex financial and grants-related questions with sound judgment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of 4 years of related experience or equivalent combination
• Experience with financial analysis tools, including spreadsheets, general ledger reporting, and financial management systems
• Experience with grant accounting and compliance requirements
• Familiarity with U.S. Federal Uniform Guidance, state and local regulations, and standard grant and contract requirements
• Experience using accounting and financial reporting systems
• Knowledge of government regulations related to grants and contracts
• Must reside in California and be able to work from an office location or home office within the state

Preferred Qualifications

• Nonprofit accounting experience
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Advanced experience analyzing and interpreting financial data; strong Excel skills including PowerQuery (Power BI a plus)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with ability to translate financial information for non-finance audiences
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Experience working effectively in a remote or distributed environment
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and act as a trusted finance partner to program staff
• Multilingual abilities and/or cross-cultural experience is a plus

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting pay range: $75,200 – $106,200, based on factors such as location, qualifications, skills, and experience
• Geographic salary ranges:
  • Chico, Mendocino, Three Rivers: $75,200 - $88,400
  • Sacramento, Santa Barbara, San Diego, Ventura: $82,700 - $97,200
  • Los Angeles County, San Francisco Bay Area: $90,300 - $106,200
• Comprehensive benefits package including health care, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan with 8% employer match, parental leave, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and other well-being benefits
• Flexible work environment supporting health and well-being

Application Instructions

• Application period ends at 12:00 am EDT on the listed due date; applicants in Pacific Daylight Time should submit by 8:59 pm the day before
• Cover letters are optional but appreciated
• Internal applicants must apply through the organization's internal system
• The recruitment process may include rolling interviews and the position may close once a strong candidate pool is identified

Location

• Must reside in California and be able to work from one of the organization's office locations or a home office within the state

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or protected veteran status, or other legally protected statuses are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

• Successful applicants must pass a background screening process
• Accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities during the application process upon request