Financial Analyst

The Financial Analyst plays a key role in advancing the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation’s mission to expand economic opportunity through entrepreneurship and education. This position supports both enterprise-wide financial planning and the Foundation’s grantmaking efforts, helping ensure that resources are allocated effectively to maximize impact. Approximately 75% of this role focuses on the development, management, and monitoring of the Foundation’s annual budget and quarterly forecasts, while 25% supports the Grants Administration team through financial due diligence and analysis of prospective and active grantees. Responsibilities Financial Planning & Analysis Support the development and consolidation of the Foundation’s annual operating budget, aligning financial resources with strategic priorities and mission-driven initiatives. Assist in preparing and maintaining quarterly forecasts, including variance analysis and scenario modeling to inform leadership decision-making. Prepare monthly departmental updates with concise, clear summaries of spend-to-date, forecast updates, and key variances. Monitor budget-to-actual performance and provide actionable insights to department leaders. Maintain departmental budget models, adjusting for the latest spend and forecast data while ensuring accuracy. Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and presentations that translate data into clear, mission-relevant insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure financial plans reflect programmatic goals and evolving organizational priorities. Identify trends, risks, and opportunities to improve financial stewardship and long-term impact. Grants Administration Support Partner with the Grants Administration team to conduct financial due diligence on prospective grantees, supporting responsible and effective deployment of philanthropic capital. Review financial statements, budgets, and supporting documentation for grant applicants. Assess financial health, sustainability, and compliance risks of organizations. Assist in developing financial monitoring processes for active grants to ensure accountability and impact. Provide analysis and recommendations to support informed, equitable grantmaking decisions. Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field required. 1-5 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, or related areas. Qualifications Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Proficiency in Excel and financial modeling; experience with financial systems is a plus. Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial audiences. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Demonstrated interest in or commitment to the Foundation’s mission. Experience in nonprofit finance, grantmaking, or due diligence. Familiarity with financial reporting tools or ERP systems. Collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on mission impact. Ability to manage deadlines tied to budget cycles and grant review timelines. Non-Discrimination The EMKF provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected category under applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nonprofit Connect