Financial Analyst (2 vacancies)

Title: Financial Analyst (2 vacancies)
Division Name: Finance and Planning
Department: AVP Budgeting and Planning

Job Summary

The Financial Analyst will support the universitys financial planning forecasting and data analysis functions. This role is responsible for preparing financial reports conducting variance analyses and developing forecasting models to assist leadership in decision-making. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills financial modeling expertise and a passion for data-driven problem-solving.

Additional Information

The Financial Planning & Analysis department is a new unit designed to aid campus departments and leadership in making data driven decisions. This department will help provide the reporting and analysis needed for strategic decision making that is critical for the Universitys future success.

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$65000 - $80000 annual Commensurate with experience

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelors or higher degree in Finance Accounting Economics or a related field.
2. At least two (2) years of full time (or part-time equivalent) experience in financial analysis budgeting or accounting that included the use of Excel or other financial modeling tools.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience in higher education or non-profit financial planning.
2. Knowledge of fund accounting and university financial structures.
3. Experience with ERP systems (e.g. Workday Oracle SAP) and data visualization tools.

Work Hours

Core work hours: Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
1. Effectively communicate on a daily basis.
2. Remain at a workstation for extended periods.
3. Move about campus in various locations as needed to complete day-to-day work.

Proposed Starting Date

October 2025

Required Applicant Documents

Resume
Cover Letter
Reference List
Transcripts - See Special Instructions section for additional options

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on Apply

Optional Applicant Documents

Certification of Retirement Annuity

Please Note: These documents may be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on Apply

Special Instructions for Applicants

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position.

Please fully complete the entire application including but not limited to the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Please do not put see resume in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered.

College or university transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted prior to the application deadline to receive full consideration. Transcripts can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below.

To be eligible for Veterans Preference points on the exam appropriate military service documentation such as a DD-214 must be submitted prior to the application deadline.

Transcripts and/or military service documentation may be faxed or mailed to Human Resources by the application deadline:

Fax: 309.438.0011 Attn: Colette Homan
Address: Illinois State University
Human Resources
Campus Box 1300
Normal IL 61790-1300

The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. After the application deadline the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview. The active register for this classification will be voided when the position is filled.

Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois. If hired out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days from the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois drivers license or a valid State of Illinois ID card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.


University Benefit Highlights:
-Insurance benefits including health dental vision and life
-Retirementand supplemental retirement planning options
-Tuition waiver benefitsavailable to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paidholiday/administrative closuresduring Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paidbenefit time

For more University Benefit information: regarding eligibility for participation in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program can be reviewed herehttps:// Information for Applicants

Colette Homan
Human Resources

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable an employment history review based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at . The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system please call Human Resources at .