Financial Analyst, FP&A bei Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation

Where Purpose Meets Progress

At the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation (MHIF), your work provides the financial insights that fuel innovation in research, patient-centered care, and education. In the FP&A role, you’ll do more than analyze numbers—you’ll deliver strategic guidance, support informed decision-making, and help drive a mission that advances knowledge, transforms care, and saves lives.

Position Summary

The FP&A Analyst at the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation (MHIF) plays a critical role in supporting the organization’s financial health and strategic decision-making. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this position drives the implementation of strategies and goals for an integrated reporting system, including leveraging technology to improve the content, timing, and efficiency of reporting. This enables timely, data-informed decisions for both internal and external stakeholders. 

In close collaboration with the CFO, the FP&A Analyst looks to the future to equip MHIF with the financial systems and insights needed for sustainable growth and operational effectiveness. Core responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, assisting with month-end close, and delivering actionable insights to leadership—ensuring that financial resources are aligned with MHIF’s mission and strategic objectives.

 Key Responsibilities may include: 

 Budgeting & Forecasting 

• Lead the development of annual and multi-year budgets in collaboration with department budget managers and teams. 

• Prepare regular financial forecasts, scenario analyses, and variance reports to inform decision-making and resource allocation. 

Financial Analysis & Reporting 

• Analyze financial data, research and education program costs, and funding streams to provide clear, data-driven recommendations. 

• Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for leadership, board, and key stakeholders. 

• Develop dashboards and KPIs to monitor financial and programmatic performance. 

• Lead team efforts for month-end journal entries and weekly deposit processes to facilitate timely month-end close. 

• Manage monthly research study revenue and expense entries, as well as endowment and investment accounting. 

Process Improvement & Internal Controls  

• Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes, increase efficiency, and strengthen internal controls. 

• Lead coordination and preparation for the annual audit process and ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements. 

• Oversee the coordination of the annual Form 990 informational return, working with the entire finance team. 

Collaboration & Communication 

• Partner with research, education, and fundraising teams to align financial planning with organizational goals. 

• Coordinate interactions between the Finance and Development teams, including weekly status meetings, gift review, monthly reconciliation, and production reporting oversight. 

• Communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders and senior leadership. 

• Serve as a liaison or support for the Finance and Audit Committee of the Board of Directors. 

Core Values in Action

At MHIF, our values aren’t just words – they guide how we lead and work together:

• Integrity: Do the right thing, even when it’s hard. Operate ethically and transparently.
• Innovation: Ask bold questions. Be proactive and curious in improving how we work.
• Collaboration: Support one another, build trust, and celebrate success as one team.
• Excellence: Own your work. Be accountable. Bring urgency and resilience to solving problems.

What Sets you Apart

Required 

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. 

• 5+ years of experience in financial planning, analysis, or accounting; nonprofit or research sector experience preferred. 

• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling; experience with financial management or donor management systems is a plus. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. 

Preferred 

• Experience with grant reporting, donor stewardship, and compliance is highly desirable. 

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation 

• Experience using Great Plains, Microsoft Dynamics, and Active Reporter 

• Experience interacting with Board of Directors 

Total Rewards

In addition to meaningful, mission-driven work, MHIF offers:

• Competitive salary: $90,000-$100,000
• Comprehensive benefits including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, short- and long-term disability
• Employer HSA contribution
• 401(k) with employer match and contribution
• Generous PTO, paid holidays, and parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement and paid volunteer time

 Why Join MHIF?

“Small team. Global impact.”

Here, your work has purpose. Your voice is heard. Your career can grow. We are driven by discovery and grounded in compassion—and we’re looking for someone who brings both heart and expertise to the table.

Ready to do work that matters?