Senior Financial Analyst

SUMMARY

VISIONS/Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired seeks an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Financial Analyst – Government Contracts to join its Finance and Administration team. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Senior Financial Analyst will have primary responsibility for the day-to-day fiscal management and financial monitoring of VISIONS government-funded programs, with particular emphasis on contracts with NYC Aging and the New York State Commission for the Blind (NYSCB).

The position will work closely with the CFO, program leadership and other members of the Finance team to ensure that contract budgets are accurate, expenditures are appropriately allocated, invoices and claims are submitted timely, and VISIONS maximizes available government funding while remaining in compliance with funder requirements.

The ideal candidate combines strong financial analysis and budgeting skills with hands-on experience managing New York City and/or New York State government contracts and financial systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Government Contract Financial Management

• Manage the fiscal components of assigned NYC and New York State government contracts, with particular responsibility for NYC Aging and NYSCB-funded programs.
• Develop, maintain and monitor contract budgets in partnership with the CFO and program leadership.
• Track actual revenue and expenses against contract budgets and identify variances, underspending, overspending and other issues requiring attention.
• Prepare regular contract-level financial reports and forecasts for the CFO and program leadership.
• Monitor contract spending throughout the year to ensure VISIONS is maximizing available funding and meeting contractual requirements.
• Work proactively with program leaders to address budget variances and develop appropriate corrective actions.
• Prepare and process budget modifications, amendments and other fiscal submissions as required by funders.

Billing, Invoicing and Reconciliation

• Prepare, review and submit invoices, claims and supporting documentation (i.e. salaries, fringe, units of service) for government contracts in accordance with funder requirements and deadlines.
• Reconcile government contract revenue and receivables to the general ledger and monitor outstanding payments.
• Identify delayed or outstanding receivables and work with appropriate internal staff and government agencies to resolve issues.
• Maintain complete and accurate supporting documentation for contract expenses, invoices and fiscal reports.
• Assist with year-end contract closeouts and reconciliations.

Government Financial Systems

• Serve as a key Finance Department user of NYC and New York State government contracting and financial systems.
• Manage financial activities in NYC PASSPort, including contract budgets, budget modifications, invoicing and related submissions.
• Utilize other applicable City and State systems required for VISIONS government contracts.
• Maintain current knowledge of changes to government contracting, budgeting, billing and reporting requirements.
• Help develop internal processes and procedures that improve the efficiency and accuracy of government contract management.

Financial Analysis and Organizational Support

• Prepare financial analyses, projections and reports for the CFO. Upload financial information into general ledger system and reconcile to governmental reports.
• Assist with VISIONS annual organizational budgeting and forecasting processes, particularly as they relate to government-funded programs.
• Work closely with program leadership to improve understanding of contract budgets, spending and financial performance.
• Support monthly and year-end financial close activities related to government contracts.
• Assist with annual audits, government audits and monitoring visits by preparing schedules and supporting documentation.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen internal controls, financial reporting and contract management practices.
• Perform other financial analysis and special projects as assigned by the CFO.
• Other duties as assigned.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10013