Financial Analyst II

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

USC Keck School of Medicine Finance Department seeks a Financial Analyst II to support budgeting and financial reporting for the Keck School of Medicine. You will collaborate with finance staff and leaders to perform complex analyses and provide insights for short- and long-term planning.

The successful candidate will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate findings to senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum three years of financial reporting or project management experience.
• Expert knowledge of financial analysis and reporting.
• Knowledge of computer simulation and forecasting techniques.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates, organizes and completes strategic and complex projects of a financial or business nature requiring identification and extraction of data, evaluation, interpretation, analysts and summation of findings.
• Presents results formally to senior management.
• Produces regular and ad-hoc financial and operating reports.
• Evaluates and analyzes reports and data.
• Develops conclusions and recommendations and communicates orally or in writing to management.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Excel

Forecasting

Data analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Master's degree (MBA preferred)

Tools

Workday

Job description

Keck School of Medicine USC, Finance Department The USC Keck School of Medicine Finance Department is seeking a Financial Analyst II position. Working under the supervision of the Associate Finance Director, the Financial Analyst II will collaborate closely with Keck School finance staff and department/division leaders to support the budgeting and financial reporting needs of the Keck School of Medicine. The Financial Analyst II is responsible for performing complex financial reporting and analyses to assist the organization in business and financial short- and long-term planning. Assignments are either highly specialized requiring advanced knowledge of a particular financial area, or analyses may be more general requiring a thorough knowledge of a broader range of financial activities. The successful candidate will be motivated, proactive, resourceful, and detail-oriented. The position requires excellent organizational and communication skills, along with the ability to be decisive and adaptable.

Essential job duties

• Coordinates, organizes and completes strategic and complex projects of a financial or business nature requiring identification and extraction of data, evaluation, interpretation, analysts and summation of findings.
• Presents results formally to senior management.
• Produces regular and ad-hoc financial and operating reports.
• Evaluates and analyzes reports and data.
• Develops conclusions and recommendations and communicates orally or in writing to management.
• Monitors financial operations for a large operating area of the university or for a significant financial activity.
• Identifies problems or trends and evaluates for solutions.
• Seeks resolution or brings to the attention of senior management for consideration.
• Reviews existing accounting, reporting and data management systems and methods for adequacy.
• Contributes to the development and/or modification of financial systems and applications to enhance reporting and information capabilities.
• Provides internal financial consulting services and advises on complex or technical financial issues.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum three years of financial reporting or project management experience.
• Expert knowledge of financial analysis and reporting.
• Knowledge of computer simulation and forecasting techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree, preferably MBA.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in financial reporting or project management.
• Experience with Workday Financial System.
• Advanced to expert Excel skills.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills.
• High level of integrity and professionalism in maintaining confidentiality.
• Experience in a complex academic medical center or healthcare environment preferred.
• Follows established USC and department policies, procedures, objectives, performance improvement, attendance, safety, environmental, and infection control guidelines, including adherence to the workplace Code of Conduct and Compliance Plan.

The annual budgeted salary range for this position is $95,000 - $105,000.

This position is hybrid on-site and employee must report to work at the USC Health Science Campus in Los Angeles, CA when scheduled. Work hours and on-site days may be subject to change depending on business needs.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

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USC is a leading private research university located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles - a global center for arts, technology and international business. As the largest private employer in the city - responsible for more than $5 billion annually in economic activity in the region - we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment, in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills. As a USC employee, you will enjoy excellent benefits and perks, and you will be a member of the Trojan Family - the faculty, staff, students and alumni who make USC a great place to work.