Description
Financial Analyst
BUS-Office of the Dean - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (25006518)
The individual will provide professional level financial analysis and reporting for the University of Pittsburgh School of Business.
The Financial Analyst will work closely with the Assistant Director for Business Administration, Financial Affairs on any requests from the Dean and/or Senior Administrators. This position will be required to work with data and summarize data findings in a concise fashion. The Analyst will develop executive summaries as needed and will present findings on any ad-hoc requests.
Must have excellent computing and analytical skills and be able to work independently. This position will work directly with the Assistant Director for Business Administration, Financial Affairs in preparing financial summaries for the Dean and Senior Administrators. The Financial Analyst will work in multiple computer applications such as Microsoft Excel, Tableau, Oracle Hyperion Planning to develop dashboards and perform budget analysis.
The Financial Analyst will be responsible for the monitoring and reconciling of all financial data related to the school’s research accounts, revenue center accounts, endowed accounts, and all discretionary accounts. They will be responsible for analyzing, interpreting, and presenting this material to the school’s Assistant Director for Business Administration, Financial Affairs. In addition, the Financial Analyst will have full responsibility to reconcile and track all income accounts within Pitt Business. The Financial Analyst will work with School and University stakeholders to support regular compliance reporting and internal audit functions.
The financial functions related to our endowed accounts will include monthly reconciling, financial reporting, and review for each account. These functions will also include revenue and expense projections, salaried personal activity report adjustments when needed, and working with the Philanthropic & Alumni Engagement (PAE) staff to ensure funds are spent in accordance with the donors wishes.
The Financial Analyst must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and should be familiar with the University’s financial policies and procedures.
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Our mission is to empower future-ready leaders - principled, people-centered, tech-fluent, and resilient - to create meaningful impact through business.
Our world-class faculty generate pioneering insights, tools, and strategies to help students and organizations thrive in a rapidly evolving world. Our dedicated staff provide the personalized support every student needs to unlock their full potential. Through hands-on learning, forward-thinking programs, and a global, lifelong network, we are shaping the professionals business needs today - and the visionary leaders the world demands tomorrow.
Job Summary
Prepares and analyzes moderately complex financial statements and handles assigned projects' expenses; prepares moderately complex to complex financial reports. Performs advanced analysis of financials, tracks progress and forecasts future trends, and assists with financial statement preparation.
Essential Functions
Must have strong written and verbal communication skills. Operation of a computer is mandatory. Advanced Microsoft skills are required.
Physical Effort
Light physical effort
Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Staff.Financial Analyst II
Job Family: Finance & Procurement
Job Sub Family: Financial Planning & Analysis
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Work Arrangement: Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation_Offered: No
Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter
Optional Documents: Not Applicable
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