Financial Planning, Analysis, & Reporting Specialist III

Rochester Institute of Technology; United States; Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Rochester Institute of Technology seeks an experienced financial leader to provide strategic leadership for the College of Science. You will oversee budgeting, planning, payroll, compliance, and campus partnerships to support academic and research priorities.

You will partner with Sponsored Programs Accounting and post‑award grant management while advising department leadership and the Dean on resource stewardship and operational decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related field.
• 5 years of relevant experience in financial leadership or accounting roles.
• Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Designs and presents financial information for leadership decision making.
• Maintains forecasting and complex reconciliations across the organization.
• Prepares cost models using GL, registrar, student services and asset data.
• Ensures compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.
• Develops annual operating budgets based on salaries and initiatives.
• Prepares ad hoc and standard management reports for stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Financial leadership

Budgets & forecasting

Payroll administration

Compliance

Strategic partnership

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

5 years of relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Enterprise financial systems

Job description

Provide strategic financial leadership and business partnership support for the College of Science, guiding financial planning, budgeting, resource allocation, payroll administration, compliance, and operational decision-making. Support Sponsored Programs Accounting and post-award grant management through oversight of grants, contracts, and cost-share commitments; financial reporting and analysis; compliance monitoring; and collaboration with faculty, staff, and university partners. Serve as a trusted advisor to department leadership and the Dean, helping advance the college's academic, research, and financial priorities through informed decision-making and responsible stewardship of resources.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Designs, prepares, and presents financial information to the leadership team to assist with ongoing management and decision making regarding the college’s finances and operations
• Maintains analysis and financial forecasting across the organization, including complex compensation-related reconciliations
• Prepares cost models based on data from general ledger, registrar, student financial services, and fixed assets
• Completes and evaluates complex reconciliations and analysis of financial accounts, including operating, capital, special, discretionary, start-up, internal grants, and overhead project accounts to ensure transactions are accurate and in compliance with applicable institution policies and other regulatory requirements
• Develops annual operating budget based on current salary recommendations, current and new academic and operational initiatives, and revenue forecasts
• Prepares various standard and ad hoc reporting and analysis for management decision-making for multiple stakeholders
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of accounting, finance, and budgeting practices and protocols to ensure accurate financial management and compliance
• Knowledge of enterprise-wide financial applications and Microsoft Office
• Skill in synthesizing and analyzing financial data and preparing detailed reports to support decision-making and budgeting activities
• Skill in written, verbal, and interpersonal communication and customer service
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and exercise professional judgment regarding financial decisions

Minimum Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 5 years of relevant experience
• Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Job Level Overview

Specialized Contributor Level 3 - A senior-level role requiring broad understanding of the profession or field of work. Independently leads diverse and often complex assignments, projects, or programs. May act as a mentor and guide less experienced staff.

FLSA Category Exempt

Work Location

Hybrid

Compensation $65,900 - $85,000

Additional Details

In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources.

RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities.

RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to [e-mail]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Founded in 1829, Rochester Institute of Technology has a long-standing history of innovation that blends the arts, technology, and experiential learning.

In addition to its main campus in Rochester, New York, RIT maintains a strong international presence with over 100 active global partnerships and international campuses in Croatia, Dubai, and Kosovo. As of Fall 2024, total student enrollment across all campuses exceeded 21,000. Nationally recognized for its co-op and internship programs, RIT is supported by more than 4,000 dedicated faculty and staff members committed to student success. Its 1,300-acre suburban campus features cutting-edge facilities that reflect RIT’s strengths in applied research, design, and workforce development.