Alliant Jobs / Senior Financial Analyst for Academic Budgeting, Financial Planning & Analysis

1.Assist in the preparation of departmental budgets

2.Assist in ongoing monitoring of budgets and devising corrective action plans to ensure budget objectives are achieved

3.Assists the Office of the Provost in providing input, analysis and updates to the Deans of each school

4.Provide support to senior management regarding budgeting and reporting issues relative to program contribution, overhead allocation, and operating metrics

5.Provides analysis and guidance on proposed programs, certificates, institutes, and program expansions

6.Provides competitor analysis and benchmark the University’s academic performance internally and externally

7.Facilitates decision making  through the development of financial and analytical models using internal and external data

8.Coordinates with the Office of the Provost, Deans, CFO, and Program Directors in the development of financial models for new program initiatives

9.Assists the Provost Office in the development and implementation of the University’s Academic Strategic planning and performance management process

10.Provides management reports to senior management for specific areas as assigned and analyze variances to budget

11.Other duties as required by the Office of the Provost, Deans, and Chief Financial Officer

Experience with complex, integrated business software systems, CARS/Jenzebar and Hyperion experience preferred. Demonstrated competence in Microsoft Office suite applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access) and 10-key by touch.

Experience with developing complex financial models.

Minimum four- six year’s prior finance experience, preferably in a University setting. Demonstrated competence of forecasting, financial modeling, cost analysis, budgeting and general accounting principles with strong analytical and problem solving capabilities. Strong interpersonal, written and presentation skills. Demonstrated experience interacting with Senior Management.

Strong customer focus and can-do attitude with strong interpersonal, written, and presentation skills.  Well organized with ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines.  Ability to work collaboratively.

 

Sensitivity to cultural diversity and ability to communicate and interact effectively with people of all ages and diverse background; Proven ability to work effectively as a team player; highly motivated, focused and results oriented. Ability to exercise discretion and tact in all interpersonal contacts, and to maintain confidentiality at all times. Ability to manage multiple tasks according to required deadlines, and maintain composure under high stress conditions. Ability to be optimistic, positive and supportive in all interactions with others. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Must be able to attend functions off campus and work weekends/evenings as required.