Senior Financial Analyst
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Job Location:
Worcester, MA - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 82600 - 93000
Posted on:
13 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
JOB TITLE
Senior Financial AnalystLOCATION
WorcesterDEPARTMENT NAME
Budget & OperationsDIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPIJOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The Senior Financial Analyst will work closely with colleagues across the institution to understand their business processes and reporting needs define key performance metrics interpret analytics results and identify trends and develop narratives from the data to support informed decision-making.This position will track operational data that measures these divisional activities efficiency and progress toward strategic objectives. The Senior Financial Analyst will assist in continuous systems improvement and the implementation of higher education industry best practice policies and procedures.
This is a hybrid role with an expectation of three days on-site per week.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Develop and conduct in-depth financial analysis across all fund types including operating budgets cash flows and financial statements strategic sourcing and long-term financial planning to uncover trends patterns risks and actionable insights. Contribute to analysis and short- and long-range financial plan development in support of the Universitys mission in coordination with other divisions.
- Reporting to AVP of Finance & Operations assist CFO AVP and Finance team in preparing ad-hoc analyses reports presentations and data analytics to support strategic initiatives the annual and multi-year budget processes. Provides clear accurate and concise explanations of changes in budgets and actuals.
- Perform research on industry best practices and benchmarks to support the budget process and senior leadership decision-making. Design build and maintain dynamic dashboards scorecards and KPIs to track financial performance and business drivers ensuring accuracy timeliness and integrity of financial data.
- Lead the development and implementation of automated reporting tools using AI machine learning business intelligence (BI) platforms and planning systems (e.g. Power BI Workday Adaptive Synario) to deliver real-time data-driven insights. Translate complex financial data into clear visuals through dashboards and reports encompassing advanced data analysis with optimal visualization techniques. Leverage technology to improve efficiency and effectiveness to enable fact-based timely and collaborative decisions guided by WPI strategy.
- Continuously develop assess and enhance systems and processes to achieve greater efficiencies while also formulating recommendations for policies and procedures that impact budgetary models and initiatives within WPI.
- Maintain planning models systems and tools to support scenario planning forecasting and strategic decision-making (Synario excel Adaptive) ensuring efficient management and support.
- Serve as a collaborative partner to cross-functional teams offering expert problem-solving comprehensive training and strategic guidance on financial planning and analysis.
- Support finance & operations division (IT facilities police finance) with day-to-day financial analysis training and support.
- Stay abreast of emerging trends within the industry as well as in financial automation data visualization and AI integration. Serve as backup for forecasting budgeting and support functions. Other duties determined necessary in support of the overall responsibilities of the Division of Finance & Operations.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in accounting finance or other relevant field.
- Minimum 4 years of progressive demonstrated success in an FP&A or other finance/accounting position or related position with similar duties.
- Excellent analytical research and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and ability to manage competing deadlines.
- Demonstrated advanced Excel skills or similar skills and ability to design complex spreadsheets and pivot tables utilizing advanced formulas (Power Query Power pivots (including measures) x-lookup and other advanced functions conditional formatting etc.)
- Highly collaborative working style with excellent consultative analytical communication and customer service skills. Ability to summarize analytical work and present findings in a visually compelling way.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to use them in a fast-paced highly productive environment.
- A commitment to quality innovation and process improvement with an emphasis on collaborative teamwork and high customer service standards.
- Ability to plan and direct projects and to lead innovative strategic initiatives.
- Personal maturity and the ability to work with and maintain confidential information are essential.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters degree in business finance accounting or related field.
- Experience with Synario Adaptive Planning software and Workday.
- Experience working with Power BI or other data visualization tools.
- Experience in a college or university or other not-for-profit institution.
Salary Grade 9: $82600 $93000 per year (depending on experience)
Salary is based on related experience expertise and internal equity; generally new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.
FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Exempt)WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color age religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran statusor disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity collaboration inclusion problem solving innovation high performance and change is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Cognos
- Forecasting
- Hyperion
- Financial Concepts
- Pivot tables
- Accounting
- Analysis Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Financial Analysis
- Financial Modeling
- Budgeting
- Financial Planning
About Company
A WPI education has never been more relevant than it is today, because the demand for innovative thinkers who can solve problems on a global scale has never been greater.
