Financial Analyst

We are looking for a Financial Analyst to join a nonprofit organization in Gardena, California on a contract-to-permanent basis. In this role, you will evaluate financial and operational information, identify meaningful trends and variances, and present well-supported recommendations that help leadership make informed decisions. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can work across multiple datasets and business functions while supporting financial accuracy, compliance, and process improvement.Responsibilities:• Analyze accounting, billing, budgeting, payroll, and human resources reports to assess accuracy, completeness, timing, and financial impact.• Develop monthly financial summaries and variance reports for leadership, including clear findings and practical recommendations for follow-up action.• Identify patterns and emerging trends in financial data to strengthen reporting quality and support compliance with contractual, regulatory, and accreditation standards.• Partner with teams across finance, payroll, billing, human resources, and technology to investigate discrepancies and resolve reconciliation issues efficiently.• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger, handle reconciliations and reversals.• Review problematic billing claims, make necessary corrections, resubmit claims, and recommend process improvements to reduce future denials or returns.• Conduct recurring audits of retirement and other financial accounts, ensuring records are supported and issues are addressed in a timely manner.• Prepare schedules and supporting analyses for cost reporting, including operational volume, staffing metrics, overhead data, and other financial details.• Maintain organized documentation for reporting and audit readiness, and contribute information needed during internal or external reviews.• Provide ad hoc financial analysis related to business matters, contracts, and operational planning as requested by management.