Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst

Full Time-Professional

Richmond, VA, US

Salary Range:$70,000.00 To $80,000.00 Annually

Join a Mission That Moves Richmond

GRTC is deeply connected to the communities we serve, offering opportunities to shape the future of public transit through innovative service designs, major capital projects, and a growing regional network. Every day, our work powers more than 30,000 transit trips and supports mobility for people across the region. With new routes, expanded connections, and a second bus rapid transit line in development to complement the Pulse, our ITDP Bronze Medal-winning flagship system, GRTC continues to expand its role as the backbone of regional mobility. Joining GRTC means being part of a mission-driven team with the chance to make a lasting impact on how people move and connect.

SUMMARY:

The Financial Analyst plays a critical role within the Finance Department, providing strategic financial support and oversight across budgeting, financial reporting, and grants management. This position is responsible for assisting with the development and analysis of operating and capital budgets, preparing comprehensive financial reports, and maintaining detailed financial models and schedules. The Financial Analyst assists with accounting activities within the Finance Department and ensures compliance with internal policies and external funding requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and implement budget models, guidelines, parameters, timelines, and procedures to support the annual budget development process.
• Collaborate directly with senior leadership to address and resolve budgetary issues.
• Escalate financial and accounting concerns to appropriate supervisory personnel.
• Collect, analyze, and submit data for the National Transit Database (NTD) annual reporting requirements.
• Prepare forecasts for operating revenues and expenditures as needed.
• Support the maintenance of accounting records, including monitoring income, cash flow, and spending activity and support the Month End close processes.
• Assist in managing general, subsidiary ledgers, and grant accounting process through the accounts receivable, revenue allocation, depreciation, asset records, operating costs, and insurance documentation.
• Provide organizational and business support to communicate opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and financial performance.
• Track and evaluate legislative and regulatory changes that may impact the organization.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This is an individual contributor role. There are no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in financial analysis or FP&A.

SKILLS / CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES:

• Advanced knowledge and experience with Financial Statements (Budget Reports, Cashflow Models, P&L Statements, Balance Sheets).
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of FP&A Principles and Methodologies with a strong attention to detail and timely reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, charts, etc.).
• Familiarity with ERP Platforms.
• Experience with Data Modeling/Presentation tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.) is a strong plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in public sector or transportation industry.
• Exposure to cost management by cost drivers.
• Understanding of financial accountability frameworks.
• Familiarity with grant funding and compliance requirements.
• Oracle Cloud ERP system experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.