Hybrid Financial Analyst — Budget & Reporting (Higher Ed)

Cooperative Education; Fairfax (VA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

George Mason University in Fairfax, VA is seeking a part-time Financial Analyst to support the College of Education and Human Development. You will assist with financial reporting, data analysis, and budget management across all funds, contributing to accurate forecasts and decision support.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and experience with budgeting, financial systems, and Excel. Strong communication and the ability to handle multiple priorities are essential for success in this

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, economics, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience with budget development, planning, analysis, and/or management.
• Proficiency in financial systems, spreadsheets, and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Banner, MicroStrategy, or similar platforms).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; and
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monitoring departmental and college budgets and expenditures.
• Monitor financial transactions to ensure expenditures align with approved budgets and university policies.
• Prepare and maintain Budget & Financial Reports for Academic Division & Administrative Unit Directors.
• Develop financial models and forecasts to evaluate the impact of budget decisions and resource allocations.
• Conduct financial analyses to assess budget performance, identify trends, and inform decision-making.
• Develop tools, templates, and resources to improve budget tracking and reporting.
• Assist with Preparing Academic Program Profit & Loss Statements.
• Approve Salary Distribution Changes/Funding Change Forms needed to allocate faculty and staff effort across multiple sources of funds.
• Assist with year-end financial closeout processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Respond to financial questions from faculty and staff and provide appropriate guidance or upscale issues when necessary.
• Assist with special financial projects and data analysis; and
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Excel

Banner

MicroStrategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, economics, or a related field

Tools

Excel

Banner

MicroStrategy

Job description

George Mason University in Fairfax, VA is seeking a part-time Financial Analyst to support the College of Education and Human Development. You will assist with financial reporting, data analysis, and budget management across all funds, contributing to accurate forecasts and decision support.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and experience with budgeting, financial systems, and Excel. Strong communication and the ability to handle multiple priorities are essential for success in this