Senior Financial Analyst

Harvard University, Faculty of Arts & Sciences; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Wellbeing resources

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard University, Faculty of Arts & Sciences, is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to assist department management with financial planning, budget analysis and monthly reporting. The role covers A/P review, journal entries, cost transfers, and building operations budgets across capital and operating programs.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in budget management, financial modeling, and experience with financial systems. A hybrid schedule and on-campus collaboration are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum of 7 years’ relevant work experience.
• MBA or Master's degree in relevant field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support oversight of day-to-day financial responsibilities, including journals and budget reporting.
• Assist in capital and operating budgets, including monthly closings and forecasting.

Skills

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

Financial systems

Data query tools

General ledger

Collaboration

Communication

Education

MBA or Master's degree

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Brio

Smartview

Oracle financial systems

Job description

Company Description

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community thatadvances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways,inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills andexpertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcomingenvironment where everyone can thrive.

Why join the Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences?

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) is the historic heart ofHarvard University. It is the home of Harvard’s undergraduateprogram (Harvard College, founded in 1636) as well as all ofHarvard’s Ph.D. programs (the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin GraduateSchool of Arts and Sciences, founded in 1872), Harvard Athleticsand the Division of Continuing Education. The 40 academicdepartments and 30+ centers of the FAS support a communityunparalleled in its academic excellence across the broadest rangeof liberal arts and sciences disciplines. Together, the FAS seeksto foster an environment of ambition, curiosity and sharedcommitment to knowledge and truth that elicits excellence from allmembers of our community and prepares the next generation ofleaders through a transformative educational experience.

Job Description

Job Summary:

Facilitate diverse financial analysis for aschool/unit and assist department management with their financialplanning efforts, budget analysis and monthly reporting.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

The Senior Financial Analyst supports the oversight and managementof the day-to-day financial responsibilities of the organizationincluding review of A/P, entering journals, reconciling expensecharges, conducting analysis on both capital and operating budgetsacross all FAS Tubs, asset management, liaising with CampusServices and conducting monthly reporting. This position:

• Supports the Office of Physical Resources and Planning (OPRP)Finance Team by providing reporting and analysis as neededincluding quarterly closings, flux analysis, monthly budget toactuals and forecasting of O & M and capital projects, journalsand lease payments.
• Will assist in creating and monitoring the $150M capital and$165M O&M budget by participating in the operating budgetdevelopment process and loading into University & OPRPfinancial systems, capital projects approvals and reporting,financial and ad hoc analysis and reporting.

The Senior Financial Analyst works with the Associate Director ofFinance and Budgets to ensure departmental compliance withfinancial policies, procedures and controls requirements; entersjournals and cost transfers, analyzes department budget andbuilding operations budgets, reviews and codes expenditures andassists building managers in maintaining budgets and appropriatelycoding transactions. This position will also support financialmanagement for new initiatives including a major renovation of thecollege houses, FAS Sustainability program and transitioning thedepartment use of university systems such as Brio and B2P.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office setting;Hybrid schedule: three (3) days on campus (2 days WFH) after 90-dayOrientation & Review and fully up and running.

Physical Requirements

Sitting and using near vision forreading and computer work for extended periods of time

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
• Minimum of 7 years’ relevant work experience

Additional Qualifications and Skills

The following qualifications are strongly preferred. If you meetsome, but not all, you are still encouraged to apply.

• MBA or Master's degree in relevant field preferred
• Strong background and experience with construction projectmanagement, property budget oversight, higher education andnon-profit management.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, advanced Excel andPowerPoint skills
• Advanced knowledge of budget management, financial analysis andfinancial modeling; working knowledge of accounting principles
• Experience with financial systems and data query tools
• Experience with general ledger and general accountingpractices.
• Strong, demonstrable Excel skills and hands-on experience withanalysis and modeling (e.g., fully versed using pivot tables,VLOOKUP functionality, formulas etc.)
• Collaborative working style with strong attention to detail andproblem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated experience with financial systems and data querytools (i.e. Smartview/ Brio). Experience with Oracle financialsystems preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with people at all levelsof the organization.

Additional Information

• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Compensation Range/Rate: The salary will be determinedbased on the position and the candidate’s relevant experience.
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University isunable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education, Criminal,Credit
• Other Information: All formal offers will be made by FASHuman Resources.

Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders thatsome of the duties and responsibilities can be effectivelyperformed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and locationwill be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. When not working at a Harvard orHarvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions mustwork in a Harvard registered state in compliance with theUniversity’s Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 058. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage startingon day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including tuitionassistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & WellbeingPage.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination.

We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexualorientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability,or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university's non-discrimination policy.

Harvard's equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.