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AmeriCorps*VISTA Financial/HR Systems Analyst
Position Description

Position: VISTA Financial/HR Systems Analyst
Summary of Position: The VISTA Financial/HR Systems Analyst will work directly with the Finance Department staff and with other VISTA members to assist the Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYA Family Center) in building organizational capacity. The VISTA Financial/HR Systems Analyst will assist in the development of strategies to refine and enhance NAYA Family Center’s financial capacity, business processes, and capabilities for managing resources. Systems refinement will increase NAYA Family Center’s efficiency and effectiveness and allow NAYA to reach its agency goal of improving Native American family stability and promoting Native American self-sufficiency in the Portland Metro Area.

Duties and Responsibilities: The VISTA Financial/HR Systems Analyst will work directly with the Finance Director and the Finance Department staff in the assessment, refinement, and implementation of business processes in meeting the overall goal of enhancing and standardizing NAYA financial management systems. This person will participate in the following activities:
•    Assist in the assessment of agency financial practices and patterns; aid in the development of more efficient and effective methodologies; and the drafting and/or editing of related policies and procedures.
•    Assist in the assessment, selection, and implementation of new software and hardware, as necessary, to maintain and enhance agency technology infrastructure. Participate as a member of the Information Technology Team in the development of project plans including the identification of system, resource, and timeline requirements.
•    Assist in the development of training tools and business processes.

Preferred Qualifications: This position requires solid research and writing experience and data management skills. Pertinent background may include general business experience and/or an educational background in business, administration, accounting, technology systems, and/ or previous non-profit experience. Additional qualifications sought include:

•    Excellent communication, writing and organizational skills.
•    Detail oriented, preferably with strong analytical skills.
•    Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite and proficient at data entry and systems applications.
•    Knowledge of, or willingness to learn about, the System Life Cycle and PMBOK methodologies.
•    Knowledge and experience in nonprofit agencies is preferred.
•    Knowledge of, or willingness to learn about, Native culture and issues.
•    Spirit of cooperation and ability to work as part of a team.