Financial Analyst na National Aquarium

Job Title: Financial Analyst

Posting Date: September 2025

Job Department: Finance

Schedule: Full Time

Job Type: On-site/ Hybrid

Location: Candler 111 Market Pl Suite 800 Baltimore MD 21202. 410-576-8532

JOB SUMMARY:

The National Aquarium is seeking a Financial Analyst to support the annual planning process and quarterly forecasts, manage long-term capital planning updates, and prepare and analyze financial reports to provide actionable insights to the VP of Finance & Capital Planning, COFO, CEO, and other key stakeholders on the Aquarium’s financial performance.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

Essential responsibilities include:

Financial Planning & Analysis

•         Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes; partner with department and team leaders to facilitate operating budgets and forecasts.

•         Provide support to organizational and departmental budget development, submission, maintenance, monitoring, and revision;

•         Report and analyze financial activity (revenue/expense) to identify potential risks and opportunities;

•         Support long-term financial planning through scenario modeling

•         Conduct ad hoc financial analyses and research to support leadership decision-making.

Capital Planning & Project Support

•         Manage and maintain the 10-year capital list, including updates, reconciliations, and reporting, in coordination with the VP of Finance & Capital Planning.

•         Provide financial tracking and reporting support for capital construction projects, including monitoring budgets, timelines and expenditures.

•         Assist in tracking funding sources and capital financing strategies.

Reporting & Communication

•         Prepare, review, and facilitate financial and budgetary reports and presentations for leadership, the Board, and committees.

•         Coordinate supporting materials, analysis, and presentations to ensure clarity and accuracy.

•         Represent the Finance team by partnering with department leaders and managers to provide support relative to the operating and capital budgets.

•         Proactively communicate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to analyze information needs and functional requirements.

Administrative & VP Support

•         Assist the VP of Finance & Capital Planning with administrative tasks, including scheduling, meeting preparation, note-taking, and follow-up on action items.

•         Support document management, contract tracking, and the maintenance of organized financial and project files.

•         Coordinate deadlines, reminders, and deliverables related to capital planning and finance activities.

•         Support company mission.

•         Adhere to all organizational and departmental policies and procedures.

•         Other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

·       Bachelor’s degree in business management, finance, or accounting. 

·       5-8 years of experience in business/financial analytics, and/or budget management, providing leadership and guidance to executives.

·       Financial modeling skills (rolling forecasting; scenario planning, etc.)

·       Experience with a not-for-profit organization is preferred

·       Exceptional customer service, communication, organizational, and time management skills. 

·       Demonstrated capacity to use tools (such as Excel) to digest financial data and present to stakeholders

·       Experience with software solutions, such as Sage Intacct, Workday Adaptive Planning, and Office Connect

·       High degree of initiative and the ability to be self-motivated

·       Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast paced, dynamic environment

·       An appreciation for working in a mission-driven organization; passion for the National Aquarium’s mission of inspiring compassion and care for our ocean planet.

TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

Salary range ($58,660-71,399 Annual). National Aquarium provides an excellent benefits package, including four weeks paid time off, and six paid floating holidays and up to four weeks of paid family leave. Employees are eligible for health care (single and family) after 30 days of full-time work. Conservation day leave and 401(k) plan with employer match available.

About the National Aquarium

Established in 1981, the National Aquarium in Baltimore, Maryland, is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to connect people with nature to inspire compassion and care for our ocean planet. The Aquarium’s award-winning habitats are home to thousands of animals representing hundreds of species of fish, birds, amphibians, reptiles and mammals. We are proud to be accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and exceed industry standards in all aspects of animal care and welfare.

More than 1.2 million people visit the Aquarium each year to experience our immersive exhibits, and we reach far more through our science-based education programs and hands-on field conservation work. The National Aquarium is one of the top three aquariums in the United States and the largest paid cultural attraction in Maryland.

Our Mission and Goals

The Aquarium’s mission—to connect people with nature to inspire compassion and care for our ocean planet—begins within the walls of its buildings, but it does not end there. The Aquarium protects, enhances and restores natural resources through education and engagement, habitat restoration, animal rescue and sustainable business practices, with its conservation work guided by three overarching goals—to combat climate change, save wildlife and habitats, and stop plastic pollution.

Our Values

At the National Aquarium, our core values form the basis for our beliefs about our organization, our colleagues and ourselves, and serve as the framework to guide our behaviors and actions to achieve our mission.

Connection: We take the time to build lasting connections with each other, our guests, the animals in our care and the nature that surrounds us. We communicate clearly and collaborate readily within and across teams. We engage thoughtfully with our partners. We practice shared accountability.

Curiosity: We center learning and growth in all that we do. Our people are empowered to explore new approaches. We support taking risks. We value diverse perspectives and bold ideas. We embrace change.

Optimism: We celebrate the power of positive moments and shared experiences. We seek out opportunities to have fun. We reconnect with our purpose through sharing successes with our colleagues.

Service: We are in service to each other, our guests and our communities. We make intentional decisions and actions for the benefit of the people and animals within our organization.

Wellbeing: We ensure our people and animals have what they need mentally and physically to thrive. We are committed to improving the wellbeing of communities and sharing the healing power of natural for all.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice

National Aquarium values an inclusive and diverse environment for all employees, volunteers, and interns. Our goal is to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a candidate pool representative of the variety of communities we serve. With a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice, the Aquarium is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes an environment free from all discrimination and harassment.

In the selection and retention of employees, volunteers, and interns, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sex (including pregnancy or childbirth), marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, arrest record, family or caregiver status, HIV status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Our organization is dedicated to this policy with respect to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, training, promotions, performance management, and separation, and general treatment during time of employment.