Higher Ed Finance Analyst: Budgets & Forecasts

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Lowell (MA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill seeks a Financial Analyst to support the financial operations of multiple academic departments. You will partner with department leaders and the Divisional Finance Director to monitor budgets, analyze trends, and plan for the future while supporting teaching, research, and student success.

You will build relationships with academic leadership, develop expertise in higher education finance, and contribute to financial planning and stewardship within the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3–4 years of related experience.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret and reconcile complex data.
• Experience managing multiple priorities with attention to detail and deadlines.
• Ability to explain financial information to varied audiences and collaborate effectively.
• Experience with financial systems, reporting tools, spreadsheets, and large datasets.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Partner with department leaders to develop budgets and long‑range financial plans.
• Analyze financial data and prepare reports, forecasts, and budget projections.
• Monitor financial activity and identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Provide timely financial information and guidance for operational decisions.
• Collaborate with the Divisional Finance Director to improve financial processes.

Skills

Analytical

Collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Hyperion

ConnectCarolina

InfoPorte

Job description

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill seeks a Financial Analyst to support the financial operations of multiple academic departments. You will partner with department leaders and the Divisional Finance Director to monitor budgets, analyze trends, and plan for the future while supporting teaching, research, and student success.

You will build relationships with academic leadership, develop expertise in higher education finance, and contribute to financial planning and stewardship within the