Senior Financial Analyst

Who is Gateway Foundation?

Gateway Foundation, Inc. is a national non-profit dedicated to helping individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. Established in 1968, Gateway provides essential tools and knowledge for recovery, positively impacting hundreds of thousands of lives. Operating through its Community Services, Corrections Divisions, and Corporate Headquarters, the organization is recognized for innovative, effective treatment approaches and maintaining high standards.

Why join us?

Discover a rewarding career where you can find both personal and professional fulfillment while aligning your values with your work. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by aiding individuals in overcoming addiction. We pride ourselves on being an organization that values you and strives to be an employer of choice, fostering a vibrant culture that promotes teamwork and professional growth. Your voice matters here; we actively listen to and value our employees' thoughts, allowing you to be part of organizational decisions. At Gateway Foundation, diversity, equity, and inclusion are principles that we embrace in every community we serve. Additionally, enjoy access to wellness programs, including weekly yoga sessions and chair massages. Join Gateway Foundation today and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of others.

Sr.  Finance Analysts are responsible for:

• Consults with Senior Management to identify information needed for business decisions and creates reports and recommendations using advanced analytical tools, covering both financial and non-financial aspects.
• Gathers and analyzes data for corporate, financial, and service operations; compares results to forecasts and objectives, and investigates discrepancies.
• Analyzes information to spot trends and deficiencies, then recommends improvements to senior management based on these insights.
• Creates and maintains spreadsheets for use in preparing and monitoring individual and overall program budgets, measuring program operation and service delivery.
• Assists in creating annual budgets by compiling historical data, projecting costs, summarizing budgets, and collaborating with management. Prepares documentation and recommendations for final budget approval.
• Plan and coordinate analysis and planning responses, including budgets, pricing, and statistics. Contribute to RFPs, proposals, and strategies to support corporate goals and business plans.
• Develops and updates financial forecasting models, analyzes balance sheets and cash flow statements, and provides recommendations to senior management based on these analyses.
• Contributes to special projects and analyses, individually or in a team, by compiling data, preparing projections, forecasts, and statistical analyses.
• Provides guidance on data evaluation and interpretation, and trains others on running reports and using information reporting tools.
• Prepares and submits budgets for grant programs, including cost reimbursement and fixed-fee services.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Advanced knowledge in financial and budget analysis, strong communication skills, and the ability to evaluate program operations and outcomes, typically gained through a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.

• Interpersonal skills to collaborate with all management levels and departments for information exchange, and advanced communication skills to prepare and present data and recommendations to senior management.

• Advanced analytical skills to identify discrepancies, develop tracking systems, and ensure accuracy in analyzing financial data and monitoring variances.

• Critical and strategic thinking to assess information, identify causes and effects, solve complex problems, and provide insightful recommendations.

• Organizational and project management skills to oversee program start-ups and closures, develop project plans, and monitor budgeting progress.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to communicate with others in order to gather and exchange information.
• Ability to continually proofread, check and verify data from printed form and computer monitor display.
• Ability to use a keyboard and video display terminal to enter, retrieve, and/or audit information and data

Compensation (based on experience and credentials):

• $80,000-90,000 annually
• Gateway Foundation conducts annual reviews including merit increases.

Benefits at Gateway Foundation:

Health and Wellness:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Employee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiums
• Employee assistance programs focused on mental health

Financial wellbeing:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match 
• Short-term and Long-term Disability and Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Gateway
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Flexibility and time off:

• 18 paid time off days per year – accrual rates increase with years of service
• 9 paid company holidays
• Work-life-balance

Personal Development:

• Training & Development Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement - up to $5,250 per calendar year
• eLearning access to online courses that provide CEU’s and job-related training
• Clinical Supervision: Formal and informal guidance

Gateway Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.