Financial Analyst
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Job Location:
Salt Lake, UT - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 88300 - 132400
Posted on:
13 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 competency-based degree programs WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused 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
About the Team
What Youll Do
Analyze enrollment trends pricing strategies and cost drivers to identify risks and opportunities
Conduct sensitivity and break-even analyses to stress-test assumptions and guide decision-making
Partner with Operations and Education teams to translate operational realities into actionable financial insights
Create clear variance commentary and recommendations for leadership to drive informed decisions
Establish repeatable reporting frameworks and improve data consistency across multiple sources
Support strategic planning by providing insights that enable disciplined sustainable growth
What Youll Bring
3 years of experience in financial analysis modeling or FP&A
Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with financial modeling techniques
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work in ambiguity
Excellent communication skills to present complex data in a clear actionable way
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence decisions without slowing momentum
Comfort working in a fast-paced evolving environment
Bonus Points if You Have
Familiarity with SQL or data visualization tools
Knowledge of pricing strategy and enrollment forecasting
Experience in Lieu of Education
What to Expect
Introductory call with recruiter (30 min)
Hiring Manager interview (30 min)
Team interview (30 min)
Work Location
Visa Sponsorship
What Youll Receive as a Full-Time WGU Employee
HSA and FSA options
Life and disability insurance
Legal assistance and identity protection
Retirement savings plan
Wellbeing programs
Discounted WGU tuition for you and your family
Flexible PTO and Sick time
11 paid holidays
Additional paid leaves including parental leave
Position & Application Details
Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time 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 all-inclusive.
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
Key Skills
- Cognos
- Forecasting
- Hyperion
- Microsoft Access
- Pivot tables
- Accounting
- Analysis Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Financial Analysis
- Financial Modeling
- Budgeting
- Financial Planning
