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Croatan Institute is an independent, nonprofit research and action institute whose mission is to build social equity and ecological resilience by leveraging finance to create pathways to a just economy. 

Our work at the nexus of finance, social equity, and ecological resilience addresses the following cross-cutting themes: 

Accountability , Farming & Forestry, Business & Human Rights, Food Systems, Climate Solutions, Frameworks & Data, Analytics, Equity & Inclusion, Resilient Communities 

Details:

Croatan Institute seeks a full-time Budget Analyst to manage the organization’s budget, perform bookkeeping tasks, and assist with financial forecasting. The ideal candidate will be expected to work hybrid with in-office hours at least one day each week at Croatan’s dynamic downtown Durham, NC workspace.

Major responsibilities include:

• Support the development of the organization’s annual budget.
• Manage day-to-day financial transactions and reconciliation, including accounts payable and accounts receivable. 
• Categorize expenses, ensuring adherence to budgetary guidelines. 
• Assist in monitoring budgetary performance and expenses and cash-flow, making recommendations for adjustments as needed to maintain the organization's budget.
• Prepare periodic financial reports and presentations to communicate budget status to management, staff, and external stakeholders, including board, donors, and fiscally sponsored projects. 
• Help with agenda-setting and outreach for regular staff-board Finance Committee meetings. 
• Conduct financial analyses to support decision-making. 
• Provide insights and recommendations to support long-term financial planning. 
• Collaborate with project managers to assess and analyze project budgets and find ways to increase organizational capacity.
• Assist in grant and proposal preparation and reporting as needed. 
• Assist the accountant with the preparation of quarterly and annual reporting. 
• Work cooperatively with external auditor in preparation of audited financial statements and Form 990 and other necessary filings.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and reporting requirements. 
• Support the Institute's headquarter office as needed, including conducting in-person bank tasks and regularly checking PO Box.

This role includes but is not limited to the listed responsibilities. 

Qualifications and Expectations

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a budget analyst or financial analyst, with at least 2 years in a similar role. 
• Strong understanding of financial principles, budgeting, and forecasting. 
• Proficiency in financial software and tools, such as Excel and QuickBooks. 
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of non-profit financial management and compliance is a plus.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is a plus.
• Familiarity with Salesforce and payroll platforms such as Gusto is a plus. 
• Flexible and cooperative work ethic in a collegial, entrepreneurial nonprofit culture. 
• A strong interest in the Institute’s mission.