Associate Budget Analyst

Job Posting Organization:
The World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent research organization that focuses on improving people's lives, protecting and restoring nature, and stabilizing the climate. Established with a mission to leverage data, expertise, and global reach, WRI aims to influence policy and catalyze change across various systems including food, land, water, energy, and cities. With over 2,000 staff members, WRI operates in more than a dozen focus countries and collaborates with partners in over 50 nations, making it a significant player in the global environmental and sustainability landscape.

Job Overview:
The Associate Budget Analyst position at WRI is designed for a motivated, detail-oriented, and organized individual who will support the operational and administrative activities of the organization. This role involves maintaining budgets for complex and multi-faceted grants, tracking expenditures, monitoring contracts and sub-agreements, and managing event logistics. The successful candidate will work closely with various teams, including accounting, HR, and program teams, to ensure compliance with grant and contract requirements while facilitating smooth operational processes. The position requires a strong focus on financial management, contract management, and administrative support, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of WRI's operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Associate Budget Analyst will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including but not limited to:

• Financial Management (30%): Updating and maintaining project budgets using budgeting and forecasting software (TM1), collaborating with the Operations Manager to ensure budget accuracy, coordinating with the accounting team, and ensuring compliance with grant and contract agreements.
• Contracts Management (30%): Processing documentation for agreements, contracts, sub-grants, and purchase orders, monitoring performance against contract requirements, and providing guidance to partners on compliance with funder policies.
• Conference, Event & Travel Support (20%): Coordinating logistics for domestic and international workshops, providing travel and visa support, and managing financial aspects of events.
• Administration (20%): Scheduling team meetings, managing new hire information, coordinating recruitment and onboarding processes, and maintaining various organizational trackers. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field such as Business, Finance, Economics, or Accounting. They should have at least two years of relevant, full-time work experience, preferably in financial management, budgeting, administration, or nonprofit operations. The ideal candidate must demonstrate adaptability to rapidly changing priorities, strong attention to deadlines, and a process-oriented mindset. Excellent writing, database management, and communication skills are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and budgeting software.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field is required for this position. This educational background provides the necessary foundation for understanding financial management principles and practices relevant to the role.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of two years of relevant, full-time work experience. Candidates should have experience in financial management, budgeting, administration, or nonprofit operations, which will equip them with the skills needed to handle the responsibilities of the Associate Budget Analyst role effectively.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is essential for effective communication within the organization and with external partners. Additional language skills may be beneficial but are not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
The position is based in Bangalore and Delhi, India, with a contract duration of one year, which may be extendable based on performance and project requirements. The salary range for this position is between INR 9,50,000 to 12,00,000 per annum, commensurate with experience and skills. WRI India offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, term insurance, employee assistance programs, flexible work schedules, and generous leave policies. The organization values diversity, equity, and inclusion, promoting a welcoming work environment for individuals from diverse backgrounds.