Senior Financial Analyst (Senior Associate)

Do you want to be a part of something innovative, relevant, and intellectually stimulating that has a meaningful impact? Come join our rapidly growing MxD team as we strive to increase U.S. competitiveness in manufacturing.

+ About MxD

MxD (Manufacturing x Digital) is where innovative manufacturers go to forge their futures. In partnership with the Department of Defense, MxD equips U.S. factories with the digital tools, cybersecurity, and workforce expertise needed to begin building every part better than the last. As a result, our more than 300 partners increase their productivity, win more business, and strengthen U.S. manufacturing.

MxD is passionate about its’ people and committed to creating an environment where everyone is heard and respected. Flexible work arrangements and unlimited paid time-off programs are just a few of the exceptional benefits MxD provides its’ employees. MxD embodies a strong startup culture, with its’ fast-paced and dynamic working environment while also fostering curiosity and innovation. Diversity is also key and integral to the culture, as different backgrounds, thoughts, and ideas are critical to the success of members and staff alike.

+ Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join our Finance team. This newly created position will play a critical role in the development and maintenance of organization-wide budgets and forecasts, as well as grant awards. This is a critical, cross-functional role within MxD. The successful candidate must be able to work efficiently and effectively with internal and external partners, while managing multiple workflows simultaneously. The ideal candidate is curious, energetic, resourceful, innovative, and likes to solve problems. This position reports to the FP&A Manager and currently does not have direct reports. This is a hybrid position located in Chicago, Illinois.

This is a critical, cross-functional role within MxD. The successful candidate must be able to work efficiently and effectively with internal and external partners, while managing multiple workflows simultaneously.

+ Position Responsibilities

• Support development of overall organization annual budget and quarterly forecasts.
• Work collaboratively with budget owners to develop and update department budgets.
• Provide analytical analysis, forecasting, and reporting to senior management.
• Build and manage financial databases and reports by organizing and analyzing a wide range of data sources.
• Work with project and program managers to develop and maintain accurate grant budgets, required reports, and forecasts.
• Monitor grant spending and compliance.
• Prepare periodic reports with key metrics, financial results, and variance reporting.
• Work with the FP&A Manager to create financial models to analyze data and assist in decision-making.
• Review cost analysis on subrecipient project proposals.
• Interpret and effectively communicate financial results, data, and trends to senior management.
• Assist with financial statements and regulatory audits.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis as requested.

+ Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field; MBA, CPA or CMA a plus
• At least 4 years of experience in a financial analysis role or equivalent
• Strong working knowledge of financial modeling
• Ability to interpret and effectively communicate financial information
• Proactive self-starter with a strong work ethic and integrity
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in fast-paced environment
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Non-profit experience, preferred
• Familiarity with government regulations, preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite: primarily Excel and Access

How to Apply

Apply online at mxdusa.org/careers by clicking on the link to the position posting and submitting your resume with a cover letter explaining why you would be a great fit for this role and MxD. Tip: Meeting the qualifications is important, but a great cover letter will set you apart!

Work with Us

• MxD is a results-oriented, lean, collaborative tech organization and 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We are hard-working, mission-driven, flexible, and work with a sense of urgency. We hire tech-savvy, committed, self-starters who can think outside the box, and have a strong capacity to learn and adapt to the needs of the organization and role, through both skill and grit. All-star employees excel without the help of administrative support, and don’t mind rolling up their sleeves and getting their hands dirty (figuratively!). Additionally, people who love to solve problems, no matter how big or small, find they are a good fit for MxD.
• Our state-of-the-art facility, located on Goose Island in Chicago (just north of downtown), features a manufacturing floor, several infrastructure testbeds, and a bustling open-office environment. MxD is a collaborative space, hosting many events for our partners and other prestigious organizations, so being able to engage with staff and visitors in a professional, helpful manner is a must.

• MxD is a 10-minute walk from the North and Clybourn Red Line stop, a 20-minute walk from the Division Blue Line stop, and accessible by a variety of other public transit options; additionally, we have free parking available for employees.

Flexible Work Policy

• MxD recognizes the importance of providing flexibility for employees to balance work responsibilities with personal obligations and commitments. Specific feasibility of Flexible Work Arrangements is determined by specific roles and supervisors.

Anti-Discrimination Policy and Commitment to Diversity

• MxD is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse environment in our workplace, our communities, and within the tech industry. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, disability status, economic circumstance, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor H1B visas currently.