Senior Financial Analyst

Harvard University FAS Human Resources; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 110.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Parental leave

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Wellbeing resources

Tuition assistance

Zusammenfassung

Harvard University FAS Human Resources seeks a Senior Financial Analyst to enable diverse financial analysis for a school/unit, assist department management with financial planning, budget analysis, and monthly reporting.

You will support OPRP Finance with quarterly closings, budget-to-actuals, and forecasting of capital and operating budgets while maintaining compliance with financial policies. Hybrid schedule; on-site/campus collaboration encouraged.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum of 7 years’ relevant work experience.
• MBA or Master’s degree in relevant field preferred.
• Strong background in construction project management, property budget oversight, higher education, and non-profit management.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Advanced knowledge of budget management, financial analysis and financial modeling; working knowledge of accounting principles.
• Experience with financial systems and data query tools.
• Experience with general ledger and general accounting practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with people at all levels of the organization.

Aufgaben

• Supports the OPPR Finance Team by providing reporting and analysis, including quarterly closings, flux analysis, monthly budget-to-actuals and forecasting of O&M and capital projects, journals, and lease payments.
• Assist in creating and monitoring the $150M capital and $165M O&M budget by participating in operating budget development and reporting.

Kenntnisse

Excel skills

Financial modeling

Budget management

Financial analysis

Accounting knowledge

Data query tools

Oracle familiarity

Communication skills

Relationship building

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

MBA or Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Brio

Smartview

Oracle Financials

Jobbeschreibung

Company Description

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

Job Description

Job Summary: Facilitate diverse financial analysis for a school/unit and assist department management with their financial planning efforts, budget analysis and monthly reporting.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

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

The Senior Financial Analyst works with the Assistant Director to ensure departmental compliance with financial policies, procedures, and controls requirements; enters journals and cost transfers, analyzes department budget and building operations budgets, reviews and codes expenditures, and assists building managers in maintaining budgets and appropriately coding transactions. This position will also support financial management for new initiatives, including a major renovation of the college houses, FAS Sustainability program, and transitioning the department use of university systems such as Brio and B2P.

This is a one-year term role from date of hire.

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

Physical Requirements: Sitting and using near vision for reading and computer work for extended periods of time.

Qualifications

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 meet some, but not all, you are still encouraged to apply.

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

Additional Information

• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Compensation Range/Rate: The salary will be determined based on the position, internal equity and thecandidate’s relevant experience. We anticipate the salary rangeto be 110-120K.
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education, Criminal, Credit
• Other Information:
  • This is a one-year term role from date of hire.
  • All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.

Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University’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

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

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

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, sexual orientation, 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.