Candid
Financial Analyst
Candid, Cleveland, Ohio, us, 44101
POSITION: Financial Analyst
REPORTING TO: FP&A Manager SCHEDULE 35-hour work week, Monday through Friday LOCATION Flexible (remote or a hybrid schedule in one of Candid's offices in New York, NY; Atlanta, GA; Cleveland, OH; or Williamsburg, VA). In-person attendance is expected during our annual, weeklong all-staff summit. Additionally, participation for in-person meetings is expected at least once per year for most employees. COMPENSATION $60,000-75,000 (this range is for the NYC area and will be adjusted for other localities; additionally, factors like skills and experience will be considered). BENEFITS Health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement contribution with additional option for a match, paid life insurance and AD&D, paid leave time (PTO, compassionate leave, volunteer, holiday, parental), short-term and long-term disability, pre-tax transit, flexible spending accounts, supplemental insurance, summer hours, and PSLF Program eligible employer. POSITION SUMMARY Candid is seeking a Financial Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will assist with budgeting, forecasting, and reporting as we navigate our next growth phase. The ideal candidate will understand the importance of knowing the story behind the numbers and have strong communication skills and an eye for detail. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a team that values ideas and collaboration to enhance our processes and analytical rigor. RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Analysis:
Support the FP&A Manager with analyzing financial statements, trends, and metrics to provide insights into company performance. Budgeting & Forecasting:
Assist in preparing budgets and financial forecasts; monitor and report on financial performance against these plans. Reporting:
Support the FP&A Manager in creating and maintaining financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for the Executive Leadership Team and our Board. Systems Management and Maintenance:
Assist in maintaining Candid's budgeting, forecasting, and reporting system. Cross-functional collaboration:
Build and maintain relationships with team members across the organization to assist the Finance Manager in ensuring alignment on financial goals and initiatives.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. 1-3 years of experience in financial analysis Strong analytical skills with proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting. Advanced Excel skills are essential; familiarity with NetSuite, Oracle PBCS, and Tableau is a plus. Strong working knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. Willingness to perform other duties and special projects as needed/requested. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, along with solid presentation skills. Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills with a can-do approach and ownership. Champions and represents Candid's core values: We are driven, direct, accessible, curious, and inclusive. Sensitivity and respect for racial, gender, sexual orientation, and cultural differences.
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The information you need to do good. Every year, millions of nonprofits spend trillions of dollars around the world. Candid finds out where that money comes from, where it goes, and why it matters. Through research, collaboration, and training, we connect people who want to change the world to the resources they need to do it. Our data tools on nonprofits, foundations, and grants are the most comprehensive in the world. Candid's vision is an ambitious one. But we know that when we make investments in our talent, it translates to more access and better knowledge for those working for social good around the world. On February 1, 2019, Foundation Center and GuideStar joined forces to become Candid, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Candid is a qualifying nonprofit organization as defined by the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. As such, Candid employees may claim their employment time on their PSLF application. Candid is an equal opportunity employer. Candid provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and especially encourage members of underrepresented communities to apply. HOW TO APPLY
Please email your resume and cover letter to careers@candid.org. Please put the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line. Your application will only be considered if all instructions above are met. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits. Due to the high volume of applicants we typically receive, we regret that we can only contact candidates that we would like to interview. For more information on positions available at Candid, please visit our website: https://candid.org/about/work-at-candid See all job openings In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
REPORTING TO: FP&A Manager SCHEDULE 35-hour work week, Monday through Friday LOCATION Flexible (remote or a hybrid schedule in one of Candid's offices in New York, NY; Atlanta, GA; Cleveland, OH; or Williamsburg, VA). In-person attendance is expected during our annual, weeklong all-staff summit. Additionally, participation for in-person meetings is expected at least once per year for most employees. COMPENSATION $60,000-75,000 (this range is for the NYC area and will be adjusted for other localities; additionally, factors like skills and experience will be considered). BENEFITS Health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement contribution with additional option for a match, paid life insurance and AD&D, paid leave time (PTO, compassionate leave, volunteer, holiday, parental), short-term and long-term disability, pre-tax transit, flexible spending accounts, supplemental insurance, summer hours, and PSLF Program eligible employer. POSITION SUMMARY Candid is seeking a Financial Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will assist with budgeting, forecasting, and reporting as we navigate our next growth phase. The ideal candidate will understand the importance of knowing the story behind the numbers and have strong communication skills and an eye for detail. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a team that values ideas and collaboration to enhance our processes and analytical rigor. RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Analysis:
Support the FP&A Manager with analyzing financial statements, trends, and metrics to provide insights into company performance. Budgeting & Forecasting:
Assist in preparing budgets and financial forecasts; monitor and report on financial performance against these plans. Reporting:
Support the FP&A Manager in creating and maintaining financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for the Executive Leadership Team and our Board. Systems Management and Maintenance:
Assist in maintaining Candid's budgeting, forecasting, and reporting system. Cross-functional collaboration:
Build and maintain relationships with team members across the organization to assist the Finance Manager in ensuring alignment on financial goals and initiatives.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. 1-3 years of experience in financial analysis Strong analytical skills with proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting. Advanced Excel skills are essential; familiarity with NetSuite, Oracle PBCS, and Tableau is a plus. Strong working knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. Willingness to perform other duties and special projects as needed/requested. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, along with solid presentation skills. Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills with a can-do approach and ownership. Champions and represents Candid's core values: We are driven, direct, accessible, curious, and inclusive. Sensitivity and respect for racial, gender, sexual orientation, and cultural differences.
Download the Financial Analyst 96.23 kB pdf.
The information you need to do good. Every year, millions of nonprofits spend trillions of dollars around the world. Candid finds out where that money comes from, where it goes, and why it matters. Through research, collaboration, and training, we connect people who want to change the world to the resources they need to do it. Our data tools on nonprofits, foundations, and grants are the most comprehensive in the world. Candid's vision is an ambitious one. But we know that when we make investments in our talent, it translates to more access and better knowledge for those working for social good around the world. On February 1, 2019, Foundation Center and GuideStar joined forces to become Candid, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Candid is a qualifying nonprofit organization as defined by the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. As such, Candid employees may claim their employment time on their PSLF application. Candid is an equal opportunity employer. Candid provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and especially encourage members of underrepresented communities to apply. HOW TO APPLY
Please email your resume and cover letter to careers@candid.org. Please put the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line. Your application will only be considered if all instructions above are met. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits. Due to the high volume of applicants we typically receive, we regret that we can only contact candidates that we would like to interview. For more information on positions available at Candid, please visit our website: https://candid.org/about/work-at-candid See all job openings In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.