Financial Analyst II – Accounting

The expected salary range for this position is $65,300.00 – $81,600.00. Employees in specific high cost of labor locations in the United States (such as San Francisco, CA and Seattle, WA) may qualify for a geographic differential. Compassion International is not responsible for third parties who omit this information when copying and re-posting job openings.

Overview

As an intermediate Financial Analyst embedded within our Accounting team, you will perform in-depth analysis of financial data, prepare various financial reports and assist in the month-end close and year-end and audit processes of the ministry. Using your financial knowledge, you will contribute to the quality of the team’s analysis and audit support. You may also advise others concerning technical financial matters. We’re looking for someone who demonstrates a high level of critical thinking, curiosity and strong analytical skills. Ultimately, we want someone who can synthesize complex financial information into meaningful summarized findings.

What will you do?

  • Maintain a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Be a consistent witness for Jesus Christ, maintaining a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Compassion, and faithfully uphold Compassion’s ministry in prayer.
  • Act as an advocate to raise the awareness of the needs of children. Understand Christ’s mandate to protect children. Commit to and prioritizes child protection considerations in all decision-making, tasks and activities across the ministry. Abide by all behavioral expectations in Compassion’s Statement of Commitment to Child Protection and Code of Conduct. Report any concerns of abuse, neglect or exploitation of children through Compassion’s internal reporting process and appropriately support responses to incidents if they occur.
  • Uphold and engage in Compassion’s core Cultural Behaviors.
  • Serve as a key member of a team that ensures financial viability and accountability is built into all programs and processes at Compassion.
  • Support the year-end audit by maintaining a list of, collecting and submitting required documentation on a timely basis.
  • Develop and maintain proper audit documentation and follow guidelines for organization of financial information.
  • Prepare and submit various financial reports as needed for donors and ministry neighbors, as well as for governmental compliance and charity watchdog organizations.
  • Conduct in-depth analysis of financial areas as required to support monthly financial review and ad-hoc requests.
  • Investigate weak spots in financial systems, processes and results.
  • Leverage ERP system tools to increase automation of repetitive processes used for analysis and reporting.
  • Participate in the preparation of the monthly financial statement package for management.
  • May coach less experienced finance staff concerning technical accounting issues.

What do you bring?

  • Minimum of bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent
  • A firm understanding of US GAAP
  • Three years relevant experience working in accounting and financial statements
  • Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
  • Strongly preferred: Experience with financial statement audits
  • Strongly preferred: CPA

Why work here?

  • The mission: Join a team that is motivated to release children from poverty in Jesus’ name.
  • Our benefits: Receive generous paid time off, 10% contribution to a 403(b) retirement fund on top of your salary, excellent healthcare coverage, free short-term professional counseling, and more.
  • Spiritual growth: Participate in regular chapel services, prayer groups, and department devotionals.
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