RWJF · 1 day ago
Program Finance Analyst
Princeton, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$80K/yr - $87K/yr
3+ years expThe Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) is a leading national philanthropy dedicated to transforming health and achieving health equity. The Program Finance Analyst manages the financial aspects of grants and contracts, advising program staff and grantees on optimal award structures, conducting financial assessments, and ensuring alignment of budgets with award scopes.
Responsibilities
Advises program directors and officers in assigned program areas on the appropriate financial structure for awards and programs
Confirms all finance-related information for calls/requests for proposals (CFPs/RFPs). Prepares and participates in applicant webinars, answering all budget questions. Fields questions from applicants and provides responses
Reviews award budgets and related proposals for assigned program areas to assess sufficiency and reasonableness of the funds requested and adherence with Foundation policy and makes recommendations to program staff and grantees. For contracts, ensures that contract terms and payment schedules align with the scope of work and addresses the interests of both parties
Negotiates contract rates and other financial terms
Performs a comprehensive financial health assessment of the award recipient organization, including an examination of financial statements, tax forms, audits, and other data to evaluate the recipient’s financial capacity to manage the award effectively
Performs financial monitoring of active awards, projects, and gatherings to ensure that funds are being utilized within Foundation guidelines. This includes the acknowledgement of financial reports and initiating amendments, transfers, and budget revisions
Manages award payment transactions and cash forecasts for individual awards and programs
Forecasts and maintains financial information for awards and authorizations and budget planning for assigned program areas
Analyzes, verifies, and maintains program area budgets and updates budget projections to ensure accuracy. Makes recommendations on size, timing, and other attributes of awards to support meeting budget targets
Translates data into meaningful summaries, charts, and tables that can then be used in communications with staff
Is primary point of contact to grantees and contractors on financial policies, systems, and instructions for structuring awards and negotiating budgets
Coordinates the onboarding of new program staff on program financial matters
Provides ongoing financial guidance to grantees, contractors, and program staff on Foundation financial policies, procedures, and systems
Actively seeks ways to improve grant and contract management processes, streamline workflows, and enhance efficiency
Participates in and occasionally leads intradepartment or cross-functional workgroups that are formed to update policies, procedures, or processes, implement new systems, or solve operational problems
Attends staff development meetings, retreats, and training on nonfinancial matters to foster relationships and advance knowledge of the Foundation's strategies, values, and goals
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Commitment to racial and health equity and to the Foundation's vision, values, and Guiding Principles
Minimum of three (3) years of directly related experience to the duties and responsibilities specified
Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills, including knowledge of accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis
Strong skills and proficiency in using computer software programs, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Fluency in Excel at an intermediate or higher level is expected. Ability to translate data into meaningful written summaries, tables, and graphs that can then be used to communicate to management
Ability to interact with and provide sound financial advice to staff at all levels and ranks. Must be able to communicate effectively in writing and orally
Strong planning, organization, and time management skills. Ability to adhere to deadlines
Strong customer service orientation and interpersonal skills
Detail-oriented but also able to focus on the big picture and identify risks and trends effectively
Participates in process improvement efforts; makes recommendations and implements solutions to streamline and improve processes. Ability to examine and reengineer, as well as develop and implement new strategies and procedures
Understands the importance of a strong 'control environment' regarding policies, procedures, and documentation
Commitment to financial stewardship. Able to be an independent financial agent in negotiation and assessment of budgets and expenditure tracking
Combination of education and/or experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a business-related field
Preferred
Eight (8) years of financial experience in a foundation or nonprofit organization with experience in Grant Management systems
Twelve (12) years of financial experience in a foundation or nonprofit organization with experience in Grant Management systems
Benefits
Comprehensive health and retirement benefits
Generous paid time off
Transition stipend
Company
RWJF
RWJF is a leading national philanthropy dedicated to taking bold leaps to transform health in our lifetime.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
William Roell
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
Amy F. Dinofrio, MBA SPHR SHRM-SCP
Chief Human Resource Officer|Vice President
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2025-09-24
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