Financial Analyst - Budgets, Projects & Analytics

California-Institute-of-Technology; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Caltech is seeking a Financial Analyst in Pasadena to join the Facilities Division's finance team. You will handle basic accounting tasks, analyze payments, budgets, and reports, and ensure compliance with policies.

Expect interaction with campus departments and vendors across multiple financial operations. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience with ERP/financial systems including Oracle and Power BI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business administration.
• 5+ years of related experience.
• Knowledge of accounting, accounts payable, purchasing, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Experience reviewing invoices, requisitions, payments, vendor reconciliations, and financial transactions.
• Experience supporting capital projects through PTA setup, funding, monitoring, cost transfers, and analysis.
• Proficient with Oracle, TechMart, AiM, and Power BI.
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to analyze financial data.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, review, and approve purchase requisitions, invoices, and applications for payment.
• Prepare financial reports and budgets; monitor project costs and expenditures.
• Assist auditors and provide requested information.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure policy compliance.
• Process invoice approvals in TechMart and route approvals through AiM.
• Provide analytical support related to budgets and resource utilization.

Skills

Financial analysis

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business

Tools

Oracle

TechMart

AiM

Power BI

Job description

Caltech is seeking a Financial Analyst in Pasadena to join the Facilities Division's finance team. You will handle basic accounting tasks, analyze payments, budgets, and reports, and ensure compliance with policies.

Expect interaction with campus departments and vendors across multiple financial operations. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience with ERP/financial systems including Oracle and Power BI.