Financial Analyst I - Full Time - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous front doors — the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park — giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION

The Financial Analyst I assists in financial planning, analysis and forecasting, including supporting strategic initiatives, multi-year planning, and return on investment evaluations. This position reports to the Business Analyst Manager.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Prepare and present financial results, including variances and key metrics, and provide forecasting support

Work with business partners to obtain input and produce meaningful supporting financial analyses

Actively participate in the development of the organization’s annual and multi-year plans

Work as part of a team to administer and maintain financial reporting systems

Collect, analyze, interpret and summarize data and trends

Support ad-hoc financial reporting and analysis, as required

Contribute to return-on-investment analysis of organization programs, projects and opportunities

Assist in creating, generating and distributing financial reports

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

JOB EXPERIENCE

One to three years of finance-related experience required

Budget planning and development, forecasting, financial analysis and reporting required

Analysis of all aspects of organization, including : Revenue, Operating Expense, Labor, Capital Expense, from both a GAAP accounting and cash flow basis required

Experience developing and utilizing data visualization tools, such as Microsoft BI, strongly preferred

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Mathematics, Accounting, Economics, Statistics or similar field required

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Work with large data sets in tools such as MS Excel and Microsoft BI; experience in MS Word and MS PowerPoint

Knowledge of financial reporting systems and processes

Work within a team, be proactive and show strong attention to detail

Demonstrate a high level of motivation and initiative

Handle multiple projects with competing deadlines and prioritize time sensitive projects

SOME OF THE PERKS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER

Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Family Passes

Complimentary Tickets

Free Parking at the San Diego Zoo & San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Local and In-House Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

IMPORTANT DETAILS

Location : San Diego, CA

Position Type : Hourly Full-Time Non-Exempt Position

Hourly Rate : $32.86

Fraudulent Recruiting

Beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance contacts will use an @sdzwa.org email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance only conducts interviews via phone, Zoom, Teams or in-person.

If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance employee, please e-mail sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org. If you feel that you have been the victim of fraud, please contact your financial institution(s) immediately.

Be an ally for wildlife by joining our team!

At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we thrive on celebrating our differences. Diversity is vital for the benefit of our team members, our guests, our community, and our wildlife.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.

As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. We are not offering sponsorship for this position at this time.

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.