Senior Finance Operations Specialist II

Senior Finance Operations Specialist II Description As the Senior Finance Operations Specialist II at LPHI, you will use your analytical, research, and finance skills to help shape LPHI’s strategic direction. Your financial and operations expertise will support our mission to improve lives in communities across Louisiana and the nation. LPHI’s mission and core values create a fulfilling environment where you can make a meaningful impact. This role offers opportunities for professional growth, social impact, and a supportive workplace. A successful person in the role will connect finance to operations, strategy, and mission delivery as a collaborative teammate. Position Details Job Title : Senior Finance Operations Specialist II Salary : $81,000 (Professional 3) – Salary is based on skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. Work Schedule : 40‑hour work week. LPHI offers traditional (M‑F, 8 am‑5 pm), flexible (e.g., M‑F 10 am‑7 pm), and compressed (e.g., M‑Th 8 am‑7 pm) schedules. This position may require occasional after‑hours or weekend work as needed with minimal travel. Location : Louisiana‑based hybrid position with occasional ( Team : Finance Reports To : Chief Financial Officer Supervises : None Benefits : 7% 401(k) pre‑tax contribution after six months; 100% paid premiums for health, dental, short‑term and long‑term disability, term life; paid parking; flexible or compressed schedules; professional development resources; 15+ paid holidays; 10–20 vacation days depending on tenure; 3 personal days; 1 floating holiday; 12 sick days. About the Position The Senior Finance Operations Specialist II is responsible for financial planning and analysis, grant and project financial operations, and working across LPHI teams as a professional services resource. The role operates as a high‑impact individual contributor collaborating across the organization, including training non‑finance staff on key financial principles, serving as a finance liaison to teams needing support with business planning, and building strong relationship‑management and leadership skills. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Prepare and support annual operating budgets, including organizational and programmatic budgets. Develop and maintain rolling forecasts and financial models. Perform budget‑to‑actual variance analysis and prepare narrative explanations. Support scenario modeling and ad‑hoc financial analysis for leadership. Assist with preparation of internal management and board‑ready financial materials. Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress and drive accountability. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for departments and programs. Maintain dashboards, schedules, and reporting templates. Ensure consistency and accuracy of financial data across reports. Translate financial data into clear, actionable insights for non‑finance staff. Grant & Project Finance Support in developing, reviewing, and maintaining grant and project budgets. Partner with teams to monitor grant spending, funding timelines, and milestone achievements. Produce funder‑required financial reports in accordance with grant agreements. Participate in audit and monitoring requests related to grants and program finance. Cross‑Functional Support Partner with program and department leaders to support financial understanding and accountability, including co‑leading planned finance training initiatives and ad‑hoc support requests. Lead collaboration with internal teams to improve budgeting, reporting, and grant workflows. Provide operational and project support across departments. Partner with program staff in delivery of program objectives when a partnership with funders is needed. Position Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, with a minimum of three years experience in financial analysis, grant finance, non‑profit administrative operations, and supporting program and organizational budget development. Knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards. Experience managing local, state, and federal government grant programs, and philanthropic foundation grants. Experience preparing budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis. Excellent reasoning and analytical skills. Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated capacity and ability to lead and manage projects. Excellent time‑management and organizational skills, with careful attention to detail. Advanced knowledge and use of Microsoft Excel (financial modeling, pivot tables, formulas) and intermediate knowledge of other Microsoft Office products. Demonstrated ability to manage multi‑faceted projects and perform well under pressure. Ability to work with diverse personalities and a wide variety of backgrounds. Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Commitment to public health and achieving health equity. Experience documenting financial policies and procedures. Experience with web‑based accounting and financial planning software. Experience supporting audits or funder financial reviews. Ability to collaborate effectively and build strong, positive relationships with colleagues and partners, internally and externally. Exceptional emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills. Ability to champion innovation and change within an organization. Demonstrated ability to deliver with excellent quality and impact. Ability to apply systems thinking and act strategically. Desire to support the development of individuals and the team. Your Impact at LPHI Your work will support the organization’s ability to operate effectively and serve its mission. You will help ensure efforts are organized, responsive, and aligned to organizational priorities that improve and advance health equity. Legal Notices Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement: lphi.org is committed to accessibility and inclusion by providing reasonable accommodations and, when appropriate, flexible work arrangements, for qualified individuals with disabilities to support the job application process and performance of essential job functions consistent with applicable laws. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: Louisiana Public Health Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected medical condition or information, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these factors. As with all positions at LPHI, this position is funded through grant and/or contract funding, which is renewed under the provisions of the grantor or contract. Positions are contingent upon the continuation of grant/contract funding. #J-18808-Ljbffr Louisiana Public Health Institute