Financial Analyst
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Job Description
If youre passionate about building a better future for individuals communities and our countryand youre committed to working hard to play your part in building that futureconsider WGU as the next step in your career.
Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online competencybased degree programs WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of studentfocused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century one that has received praise from academic industry government and media leaders. Whatever your role working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.
The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
At WGU it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:
Job Description
What Youll Do:
The Financial Analyst will be responsible for supporting with guidance from the Director the planning forecasting and executivelevel financial reporting for supported business unites and for spending variance analysis financial analysis and interpreting financial information to operational leadership.
Main Responsibilities Include:
Performs monthend closing duties to include variance analysis account reconciliations journal entries and results reporting.
Tracks and investigates financial trends and events.
Performs actual and forecast analysis and reporting including spending headcount etc.
Assists with the development of financial business cases (ROI breakeven projections modeling etc.) for proposed programs projects and initiatives.
Monitors KPIs for assigned organizations.
Performs ad hoc research and analysis as needed.
Assists with the preparation and submission of industry reports.
Designs develops and monitors expense allocations (departments colleges programs courses etc.).
Helps to design implement and maintain better financial analysis reporting and inquiry tools.
Completes financial analysis and reports for management as requested.
Performs other jobrelated duties as assigned.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities Youll Need to Be Successful:
Expertise using Excel and other financial reporting applications
Awareness of best financial analysis practices tools and techniques
Analytical and problemsolving abilities
Strong oral and written communication skills in working with senior organization leaders
Flexibility ability to work with ambiguity and manage change
Intellectual curiosity
Ability to embody the universitys leadership principles: Student Obsession Innovation Learning Inspire & Develop Urgency Courage Ownership Deliver Results Integrity Earn Trust
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Finance Accounting Economics Business or a related field
2 years of relevant experience
Proficiency in Excel and common financial software tools
Preferred Qualifications:
Basic coding skills for use in financial tool building
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
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Position & Application Details
FullTime Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a fulltime regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses; medical dental vision telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual 11 paid holidays and other paid leaves including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.How to Apply: If interested an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.
Additional Information
Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. Its not allinclusive.
Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at
Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
