Financial Analyst II

University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 61,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is seeking a Financial Analyst to join the Financial Services team at 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY. This full-time role focuses on specialized financial data analysis to support operational, financial, and strategic decisions.

A Bachelor's degree in finance and 2 years of related experience are required, with GAAP knowledge and the ability to develop reports, forecasts, and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance functional area is required.
• 2 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Conducts specialized and highly complex analysis of financial data in support of various finance functions.
• Provides senior management with analysis and information to support operational, financial, and strategic decisions.
• Identifies and researches material variances with related entity personnel.
• Reviews and evaluates accounting policies and procedures for efficiency, accuracy, and GAAP compliance.
• Develops reports, graphs, and charts; prepares conclusions and forecasts with recommendations.
• Analyzes data, statistics, and financial information to identify differences in relationships among sources.
• Assists in developing and/or modifying Finance policies and procedures.

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening

Worker Subtype: Regular

Time Type

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Department

500023 Financial Services SMH

Work Shift

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range

UR URG 110

Compensation Range

$61,000.00 - $85,400.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

Conducts specialized and highly complex analysis of financial data in support of various finance functions. Responsible for providing senior management with the analysis and information they need to make timely operational, financial, and strategic decisions. Conducts specialized and highly complex analysis of financial data in support of the various Finance functions, identifying and researching material variances by working with related entity personnel. Reviews and evaluates accounting policies and procedures for efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

Essential Functions

• Conducts specialized financial analysis and research on subjects, such as program income statements, decision support analysis, new programs, new products.
• Compiles and/or prepares reports, graphs, and charts of data analyzed. Makes presentations on areas of research or analysis. Prepares conclusions and forecasts and makes recommendations based on research.
• Analyzes and interprets data, statistics, and financial information and identifies significant differences in relationships among sources of information.
• Assists in the development and/or modification of Finance policies and procedures.
• Keeps abreast of trends as they relate to financial management and adapts new developments into planning, control, and analytical processes.
• As assigned, assumes responsibilities for special projects involving financial, planning, and recommending changes. Assumes responsibility for the project, establishes time tables, activity plans, and coordinates the efforts of any subordinate staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in finance functional area and 2 years related experience required
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.