Position Location:Washington, DC
Background:
Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 15 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.
Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the Director of Financial Analysis, supports division and project financial planning, analysis, and reporting; performs analytical and financial checks on the different Project Financial Management procedures and processes; consolidates, rolls up, and analyzes forecasts and budgets; and provides project pipeline analysis and indirect oversight.
Reporting & Supervision:
The Financial Analyst reports directly to the Director of Financial Analysis, and will work in close collaboration with Division management and Project Directors and backstops.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Provide financial analysis and support in the following processes:
- Strategic and long range revenue and profit planning, forecasting and budgeting, consolidated and ad-hoc reporting, and project finance processes for division and corporate requirements;
- Provide project financial analysis and reporting on P&L and Controllable metrics and measurements for projects and divisional roll-ups. Some activities may include: reviewing invoices; review revenue recognition; prepare and review project financial pipeline reports; attend regular project meetings; work closely with all members of the project teams – Project Directors, Backstops and field staff;
- Provide analytical support and ad hoc reports to the Director of Financial Analysis and CFO as required; and
- Coordinates, validates, and consolidates information in the following processes: project Estimates to Complete (ETCs), monthly progress reviews; quarterly, semi-annual, and annual budgeting and forecasting.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
- Works with the Chief Financial Officer, Controller and Director of Financial Analysis to analyze and standardize financial processes, procedures, backlog planning and forecasting;
- Interface with Corporate departments of accounting, contracts/subcontracts, and financial planning, with divisional interface as required;
- Assists the CFO and Director of Financial Analysis to provide training and support to project management and backstops in the area of financial systems and analysis. Helps bring financial literacy to all levels in the company; and
- Other duties as assigned by CFO or Director of Financial Analysis.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- BA/BS in Accounting or Finance, MBA preferred;
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in financial analysis, project financial management, accounting, cash management, and/or information systems;
- Familiarity with US government regulations concerning cost accounting standards;
- Familiarity with the USAID project life cycle, and knowledge of international development implementation;
- Familiarity with different Indirect Rate applications, NICRA, etc.;
- Familiarity with T&M, Fixed Price and Cost Reimbursement contracts, and the financial accounting thereof;
- Attention to quantitative detail;
- The selected candidate must be proficient in the use of Excel and be able to manipulate and use spreadsheets for consolidation, sensitivity analysis and changes in variables;
- Ability to write and verbally communicate clearly and concisely;
- Strong planning, organizational and prioritization skills;
- Strong information systems skills in database management;
- Ability to work both independently and in a team;
- Ability to travel.
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