Finance Associate (Remote or Hybrid)

Who we are:

The Council of State Governments Justice Center works across the country to develop research-driven strategies to increase public safety and strengthen communities. To further this mission, we work with partners inside and outside of government to reduce crime and incarceration among youth and adults in contact with the justice system. We bring people from diverse systems and perspectives together to improve policy and practice. And we transform data and research findings into meaningful insights for decision-makers.

We're focused on three strategic goals:

• Break the cycle of incarceration.
• Advance health, opportunity, and equity.
• Use data to improve safety and justice.

When you join the CSG Justice Center, you join an organization that is uniquely positioned to cultivate innovation and drive data-driven reform nationally. We have over 170 employees based in more than 30 states who have decades of experience working in and with criminal, juvenile, and Tribal justice agencies. We have provided housing, mental health, and addiction services; served as educators and in workforce development agencies; and supported victims and survivors of crime. We have served governors, state legislators, and members of Congress on both sides of the political spectrum. What binds us together is a shared commitment to our mission; to one another; to a common set of values; and to the national, bipartisan advisory board that guides our work.

Learn more about careers at the CSG Justice Center.

How you'll fit in:

The Finance Associate will manage accounts payables and ensure financial compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), the Department of Justice, and various funding sources. Collaborating with Finance, Operations, and Government Affairs personnel, they will ensure adherence to grantor rules and regulations and successfully respond to audit inquiries.

Key responsibilities include assisting with data collection for indirect cost recovery, office expenditures, and timesheet allocations, posting budgets to the general ledger, and conducting budget reconciliation and variance analysis. They will prepare and post journal entries to correct discrepancies, implement new reporting systems, communicate financial information to Justice Center staff, and maintain financial and grant award files. The finance associate will also work with the finance team to strengthen internal communications, systems, and controls.

This position offers a considerable level of responsibility and opportunity for an individual who wants to establish a career in finance and/or accounting.

What you'll do:

Specific responsibilities of the finance associate include the following:

• Process accounts payable, including travel reimbursements and general invoices.
• Scan and save all invoices and update invoice tracking reports.
• Update consultant tracking reports and corporate card activity as necessary.
• Review all timesheets for errors, and advise staff on changes to be made before submission.
• Monitor expenditures to ensure they align with budgets and comply with regulations and guidelines.
• Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and update encumbrances on a regular basis.
• Research and resolve audit inquiries from internal and external sources.
• Create and customize ad-hoc financial reports for division/program directors monthly.
• Maintain internal controls and recommend necessary adjustments, while contributing to the financial database's evolution.
• Close out grants/projects as their respective periods come to an end.
• Monitor timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure that responsibilities to funders are met.
• Bill external agencies and follow up on outstanding reimbursements.

What you'll bring:

• Ability to interact effectively with diverse people in different contexts and foster equity and inclusion through self-awareness, cultural sensitivity, and valuing others
• Dedication to public service with an unfailing commitment to act with civility, be nonpartisan in performing CSG Justice Center duties, and be a responsible steward of member and donor funds
• At least one year of work experience in the fields of accounting and/or financial analysis or an equivalent combination of experience and education
• Demonstrated experience with financial accounting software such as Financial Edge, Quickbooks, Sage Intact, etc.
• Skilled with spreadsheets and pivot tables
• Working knowledge of how to prepare and interpret income statements and balance sheets
• An analytical mind and strong oral communication and writing skills, including the ability to effectively distill and present complex information in a concise way
• Excellent interpersonal skills, maturity, and ability to work independently and in a team setting
• Detail-oriented with an efficient, organized work style and an ability to prioritize quickly and confidently under multiple deadlines.
• Reliable and secure internet/data connection and flexibility for using a personal device for internet connectivity during business travel. A cost offset is provided by CSG

How you apply:

If you're interested in helping us drive change across the country, you should upload the following elements with your application:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. At least three professional references

We will consider all paid and unpaid experience relative to this position, including internships, fellowships, and volunteer activities.

CSG believes that pay equity and pay transparency advance workplace fairness. Compensation will be equitable and based on experience and geography. The salary range for this position is $57,500 - $79,000. Salary ranges are subject to change based on work location and market conditions.

Our organization offers flexibility in work arrangements, allowing for remote work or a hybrid model. Candidates residing in the NYC metropolitan area will be considered for hybrid model employment.

To learn more about careers at the CSG Justice Center, and about our comprehensive benefit offerings, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, PSLF eligibility and more, please visit our website here.

We welcome and value diversity in our staff, including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, educational attainment, disability, protected veteran status, and personal experience with the criminal justice system.

CSG is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. CSG participates in E-Verify.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://csg.applicantpro.com/jobs/3446449-937492.html