Hybrid Financial Planning Analyst — Budget & Forecasting

The Pennsylvania State University; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Financial Planning Analyst to support the Eberly College of Science with budget oversight, financial analysis, and long-range planning. The role involves partnering with unit leaders to ensure resources align with university priorities and governance requirements.

Responsibilities include data-driven budgeting, forecasting, dashboard reporting, and ROI analyses for new initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in budget and resource data analysis to provide data-driven recommendations and financial insights.
• Develop, maintain, and refine financial models to support long-range planning and scenario analysis.
• Oversee assigned components of budget activities and participate in budget process development.
• Review financial reports to explain variances between budget and actuals and analyze trends.
• Monitor financial performance against budget and forecast; identify areas of concern or opportunity.
• Prepare financial dashboards and reporting tools for internal stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Provide analyses for new initiatives, program reviews, and ROI assessments.
• Assist in annual operating budget preparation and salary/workforce planning.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Financial Planning Analyst to support the Eberly College of Science with budget oversight, financial analysis, and long-range planning. The role involves partnering with unit leaders to ensure resources align with university priorities and governance requirements.

Responsibilities include data-driven budgeting, forecasting, dashboard reporting, and ROI analyses for new initiatives.