Higher-Ed Financial Analyst: Forecasting & Reporting

NU USA Northeastern University; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 68,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Vision & dental coverage

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Wellness & life insurance

Retirement plan

Commuting & transportation benefits

Job summary

Northeastern University Roux Institute seeks a highly motivated analyst to support financial operations through rigorous financial analysis, modeling, and reporting. The role emphasizes collaboration with various departments to drive revenue, manage expenses, and ensure accurate, timely information for stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in business/finance and 2–5 years in financial analysis, with strong Excel and ERP capabilities and comfort working in a higher-education

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or finance.
• 2–5 years' experience in financial analysis.
• Knowledge of higher education environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular financial analysis and modeling for budgeting and forecasting.
• Monitor revenue, expenses, and cash flow to identify trends.
• Prepare financial reports for senior management and stakeholders.
• Assist unit leaders with revenue generation and expenditure tracking.
• Analyze financial and payroll discrepancies for timely corrections.
• Collaborate with enrollment, marketing, and learner services to align financial goals.
• Assist with management of funding awards and compliance.
• Lead development of the institute's 10-year business model.
• Develop annual reporting data for leadership, board and donors.
• Translate team goals into actionable financial metrics.
• Conduct market research to inform pricing and strategies.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis to support operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Audience communication

Succinct materials

Finance principles

Analytical thinking

Time management

Excel proficiency

ERP systems

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in business or finance

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Northeastern University Roux Institute seeks a highly motivated analyst to support financial operations through rigorous financial analysis, modeling, and reporting. The role emphasizes collaboration with various departments to drive revenue, manage expenses, and ensure accurate, timely information for stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in business/finance and 2–5 years in financial analysis, with strong Excel and ERP capabilities and comfort working in a higher-education