Budget Analyst

Description The Osborne Association serves individuals, families, and communities affected by the criminal justice system. Through our programs, we offer opportunities for people to heal from and repair harm, restore their lives, and thrive. We challenge systems rooted in racism and retribution and fight for policies and practices that promote true safety, justice, and liberation.

At Osborne, we are guided by core values and shared beliefs. We honor everyone’s capacity to change, celebrate our shared humanity, are united in our pursuit of justice and equity, take all possible steps to keep our commitments, and advocate for people and principles with fierce and tenacious determination.

We currently seek a full‑time Budget Analyst to join our grants management/fiscal department! The Budget Analyst will provide financial and programmatic performance information to management by researching, analyzing data and preparing reports for government fundings and foundations. The Budget Analyst maintains journals, ledgers, financial statements, budgets, program statistics, reports, and contracts under the general supervision of the Senior Budget Analyst. The Budget Analyst is also responsible for timely submission of the Fiscal Cost Report (FCR).

This position is hybrid eligible. Hybrid schedules are subject to change with or without notice.

Salary: $70,000 – $72,500 annually

Requirements
Essential Duties:

• Ensure financial reports and vouchers are accurately prepared and submitted on a timely basis to Government agencies for reimbursement
• Participate in interdepartmental meetings to provide financial and budget data
• Contribute to the fiscal month-end close by validating expense allocations against approved budgets to ensure accurate posting in the accounting system
• Record journal entries related to expense reallocation
• Approve Purchase Orders and provide allocation according to approved budget
• Monitor the budget status, providing monthly budget vs. actual reports to Program Management
• Meet periodically with Program Management to measure progress and address over or under spending
• Work with the Program Analysts and ensuring accurate tracking of performance data and timely performance reporting to funders
• Work with management to secure financing for the organization by assisting in the preparation and review of requests for Proposals and grant applications; develops budgetary recommendations
• Ensure Osborne Association complies with all fiscal regulatory and legal requirements
• Allocate funding sources in the HRIS system
• Attend required training(s)
• This position is a hybrid role, divided between remote work and in-person work at our Brooklyn Heights office (elevator building).
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field
• Minimum of two years experience analyzing financial data and experience working with state and city government agencies to create annual budgets and monthly/quarterly vouchers

Key Competencies

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite specifically Excel
• Competence in grant accounting is highly desirable
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate large amounts of data while succinctly summarizing conclusions to leadership and key stakeholders
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines, pay strong attention to detail, and time management skills
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
• Ability to take the initiative and drive for results
• Ability to travel locally
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization and build strong relationships

Benefits Of Working At Osborne Generous benefits include four weeks of vacation, tuition reimbursement, a flexible work schedule, excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, and a 403(b) plan with a company match. Career development through ongoing training and individual development plans.

The Osborne Association is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, unemployment status, or any other protected category. The Osborne Association takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Thank you for your interest in the Osborne Association. Be sure to include a cover letter with your application. No phone calls please. We wish we could personally respond to each application. However, we are unable to do so due to the volume of interest received.

• Salary is based on commensurate experience and other qualifications.