Financial Analyst

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. 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, 2