Nonprofit
Financial Analyst & Compliance Associate (Remote | National Impact)
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Looking to stand out in corporate finance, investment banking, accounting, or non-profit management?
The National African Student Association (NAfSA) is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Analyst & Compliance Associate to work directly alongside our incoming Finance Director. This role gives you hands-on ownership of real-world financial architecture—from building dynamic financial models for corporate grants to managing multi-state compliance pipelines.
Whether you are a busy corporate professional looking to donate a few strategic hours a week, or a recent graduate looking for a structured 20-hour track to fulfill academic/OPT requirements, this role offers elite resume-building experience.
What You’ll Do (Responsibilities):
- Reconcile & Audit Ledgers: Manage and clean historical non-profit transactions, migrating them into a standardized, audit-proof digital ledger.
- Financial Modeling: Help build Excel/Google Sheets budget structures detailing program cost-per-student and funding projections for corporate grant applications.
- State Compliance Audit: Research and compile state-by-state solicitation registration deadlines to ensure NAfSA is fully compliant across all operating regions.
What We Are Looking For (Qualifications):
- Strong interest or degree alignment in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration.
- High proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets, attention to mathematical precision, and a high level of personal discretion.
- Ability to commit 20 hours per week remotely on a consistent schedule.
What’s In It For You (Perks & Benefits):
- 🎓 F-1 OPT Approved Placement: As a qualified 501(c)(3) organization, we will issue a formal, signed engagement letter on official letterhead outlining your 20-hour/week commitment and linking your accounting duties directly to your degree.
- 📈 Technical Portfolio Pieces: Build a bulletproof financial project history verifying your capabilities in compliance research and non-profit ledger architecture.
- 🌐 Mentorship & Career Advocacy: Work closely with the Finance Director with opportunities for official references and professional LinkedIn endorsements.
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How to Apply:
Thank you for your interest in joining the Finance Team at NAfSA! To apply, please complete your a brief application with the following details:
- Your Resume (and LinkedIn Profile Link) (Ensure your contact information is up to date).
- A Brief Introduction (2–3 sentences): Tell us why you are passionate about directing financial strategy to empower African Diaspora communities.
What Happens Next: Our operations and HR team review applications on a rolling basis. If your background aligns with our strategic goals, a member of our leadership team will reach out within 3–5 business days to schedule a casual, 15-minute virtual introductory call.
If you have any questions, please email us at info@nationalafsa.org and use subject line: "Inquiry: Financial Analyst Application - [Your name]"
