Budget Manager
NPR
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OVERVIEW
Across our organization, we’re building a workplace where collaboration is essential, diverse voices are heard, and inclusion is the key to our success. We are committed to doing the right thing in our journalism and in every role at NPR. This means that integrity, adherence to our ethical standards, and compliance with legal obligations are fundamental responsibilities for every employee at NPR.
The Budget Manager provides all Financial Planning & Analysis activities for approximately five NPR divisions. This individual prepares analysis of each divisions’ annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and monthly close, as well as completes special projects as assigned. The Budget Manager serves as a liaison between Finance and the divisions and complies with established and published accounting guidelines, company policies and internal control procedures.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develops and manages the annual operating (OpEx) and capital (CapEx) budgets for up to five Divisions with an operating budget of $45 million and a $2M capital budget and any Division associated revenues
• Oversees Division’s conformity to budget and explains to the Associate Director, Financial Planning & Analysis, Senior Director of Financial Planning & Analysis, Chief Finance Officer and Treasurer, and Division Leadership variances from plan, as well as risks and opportunities
• Collaborates with all levels of organizational management, including executive leadership, to develop financial plans that support division and company goals as well as strategic initiatives
• Provides analysis and trending, leads budgeting/forecasting processes for the divisions, advises management on financial matters, and recommends financial solutions
• Develops and prepares financial models and reports for current and proposed projects and investments, business narratives, and presentations as required
• Builds and maintains positive, productive relationships with internal clients
Special Projects & Analysis
• Conduct ad-hoc analysis or other assignments as requested
• Identifies efficiencies and opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting
Financial Analysis
• Analyzes expenses, revenues, and CapEx of various types for reasonableness and classification (e.g., prepaid, maintenance contracts, one-time expenses etc.)
• Analyzes budget, forecast, and year-to-year variances on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
• Tracks all types of headcount (permanent, part-time, temporary and term), and vacancies
• Collaborates with the Accounting Department to ensure completeness and accuracy of incurred expenses
• Advises the Finance team and Division Leaders on ways to promote efficiencies
• Keeps managers apprised of financial performance on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
Administrative tasks
• Provides guidance for divisions on check request submissions, procurement, and creating and managing project identification codes
• Assists in the month-end closing process through preparation and submission of journal entries, reconciliation of division-related liability accounts, and open Purchase Order validation
• Serves as liaison between Finance and divisions and communicates procedures and policy changes
• Works in conjunction with Division Leaders to understand business priorities and ensure alignment of budget and forecasts with strategic priorities
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in business or related field
WORK LOCATION:
This is a hybrid permitted role. The employee will be required to be onsite at our HQ office at least 10 days a year. The employee must also reside in an NPR supported location based on the number of onsite days they choose.
REQUIRED SKILLS
• Five to seven years of financial/budget/forecasting management including a solid understanding of the principles and practices of accounting, auditing, and financial reporting
• Expertise in the use of spreadsheet software and other computer applications
• Excellent organizational, planning, and follow-through skills
• Superior attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
• Possess good problem-solving skills and be able to craft and analyze options and make specific recommendations that enhance the company’s overall objectives and goals
• Demonstrated aptitude for forward-thinking
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills
PREFERRED SKILLS
Nonprofit experience, media experience, public radio system experience, experience with BI tools, knowledge of Solver (formerly BI 360) and Microsoft Dynamics GP are differentiators
All applications must include a resume and cover letter to be considered.