Financial Analyst 2

Florida International University; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida International University in Miami is seeking a Financial Analyst II to provide advanced financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis for the Adam Smith Center for Economic Freedom.

You will collaborate with the Director of Administration and Center leadership to ensure sound financial management of operating budgets, sponsored awards, donor funds, events, and special initiatives while adhering to university and sponsor regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline; two years of experience or a Master's degree in related discipline.
• Experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analytics.
• Ability to interpret and apply university, state, federal, and sponsor regulations to financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, analyze, and report on the Center's annual operating budget, foundation funds, and special project accounts.
• Perform advanced financial analysis and prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual budget reports.
• Monitor expenditures across multiple funding sources to ensure fiscal integrity.
• Develop financial forecasts and long-range budget projections to support strategic planning.
• Conduct budget variance analyses and recommend corrective actions for compliance and efficiency.
• Assist in the financial administration of externally funded grants and contracts, ensuring sponsor compliance.

Education

Bachelor's degree in related discipline

Job description

About FIU

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary

The Financial Analyst II provides advanced financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analytical support for the Adam Smith Center for Economic Freedom. This position works closely with the Director of Administration and Center leadership to ensure sound financial management of operating budgets, sponsored research awards, foundation grants, donor funds, events, and special initiatives. The incumbent interprets and applies University, State, Federal, and sponsor regulations while providing financial guidance that supports strategic decision-making, operational efficiency, and compliance across the Center.

• Works closely with the Director of Administration to develop, monitor, analyze, and report on the Center's annual operating budget, foundation funds, and special project accounts.
• Performs advanced financial analysis and prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual budget reports, identifying trends, variances, spending projections, and financial risks.
• Monitors budget expenditures across multiple funding sources, including E&G, auxiliary, foundation, donor-restricted funds, and discretionary accounts to ensure fiscal integrity.
• Develops financial forecasts and long-range budget projections to support strategic planning and operational decision-making for the Center.
• Conducts budget variance analyses and recommends corrective actions to maximize available funding while maintaining compliance with University policies.
• Assists in the financial administration of externally funded grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements by monitoring expenditures, preparing financial projections, and ensuring compliance with sponsor guidelines.
• Reviews and analyzes payroll expenditures, personnel budgets, faculty appointments, temporary staffing costs, fringe benefit allocations, and labor distributions to ensure accurate financial planning.
• Coordinates financial planning for Center conferences, executive education programs, seminars, international programs, donor events, and other major initiatives by developing event budgets, monitoring expenditures, and analyzing financial outcomes.
• Provides financial guidance and technical assistance to faculty, staff, and program managers regarding budgeting, purchasing, travel, procurement, financial transactions, and allowable expenditures under University regulations.
• Reviews, reconciles, and validates financial transactions, procurement activities, journal entries, expense reports, purchasing card transactions, and departmental accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Develops and maintains financial models used to evaluate new initiatives, strategic investments, revenue-generating programs, and long-term financial sustainability.
• Performs return-on-investment (ROI), cost-benefit, and financial feasibility analyses for new programs, events, partnerships, and Center initiatives.
• Analyzes large financial datasets using University financial systems and reporting tools to identify trends, improve forecasting accuracy, and support data-driven decision making.
• Interprets University, State, Federal, and sponsor regulations and ensures departmental financial practices comply with applicable policies, procedures, and audit requirements.
• Assists with the preparation of annual financial plans, budget reallocations, year-end closing activities, and fiscal year budget reconciliation.
• Develops ad hoc financial reports and performs special financial studies requested by Center leadership to support executive decision-making.
• Identifies opportunities to improve financial processes, internal controls, reporting procedures, and operational efficiencies while implementing best practices for fiscal management.
• Assists in developing financial policies, procedures, and documentation that strengthen accountability, transparency, and compliance within the Center.
• Represents the Center in financial meetings with University departments, sponsors, donors, vendors, and external stakeholders regarding budgetary and financial matters.
• Provides guidance to administrative staff on financial procedures, budgeting practices, and University financial systems.
• Supports audits by preparing financial documentation, reconciliations, supporting schedules, and responding to audit inquiries. Support the Director of Administration with other projects as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline and two (2) years of experience in related field or Master's degree in related discipline.

Job Category

• Administrative

Advertised Salary

• $55,000 - $62,000

Work Schedule

• Begin time: 8:30 AM
• End time: 5:00 PM

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Criminal Background Check

Other Information

• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University

Disclosures

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Pay Transparency

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Notice of Non-Discrimination

FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305.348.2785 or email [e-mail].

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