Senior Financial Reporting Analyst

Old Dominion University; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Dominion University seeks a Senior Financial Reporting Analyst to support the Office of Finance. You will perform financial analysis and ensure reporting accuracy under GAAP/GASB while maintaining internal controls and deadlines.

The role emphasizes collaboration with departments and timely external reporting to stakeholders. Qualifications include a Master’s or equivalent experience, deep accounting knowledge, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business administration, finance, higher education administration or related field (or bachelor’s with equivalent experience).
• Expert knowledge of GAAP, GASB, and fund accounting implications.
• Strong knowledge of accounting software and ERP systems.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and manage projects effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across all staff levels.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing financial reporting tools and processes.
• Suggest process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances and improvement areas.
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure compliance with reporting standards.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Internal controls

Communication

Project management

Education

Master's degree (MBA/Finance/Higher Ed Admin)

Bachelor's degree + equivalent work experience

Tools

Accounting Software

ERP systems

Job description

The Senior Financial Reporting Analyst position supports the Office of Finance in financial analysis and reporting. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Finance and University Controller, this role requires strong accounting and finance skills to ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations, identify financial trends, investigate discrepancies, and provide insights that support strategic decision‑making and improve overall financial reporting. This position supports financial reporting operations and assists with ensuring a strong internal control framework exists to provide timely and accurate financial reports.

This role requires strict adherence to deadlines to ensure accurate, timely completion of reconciliations, schedules, financial reports, and compliance‑related tasks. Position must effectively prioritize workloads and schedules, manage competing responsibilities, and maintain accuracy under strict time constraints. Meeting deadlines is critical for supporting organizational decision‑making, external (Commonwealth) reporting, regulatory compliance, and maintaining trust and accountability with management.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of financial reporting tools and processes.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial reporting and analysis.
• Conduct in‑depth analysis of financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement or concern.
• Assist in the preparation, review and/or analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Collaborate with departments to gather financial data and ensure compliance with reporting standards.

Position Type

FullTime

Type of Recruitment

General Public

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business administration, finance, higher education administration or related field. Or a bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, higher education administration or related field with equivalent work experience to a master’s degree in business administration, finance, higher education administration or related field.
• Expert knowledge of organizational processes, protocols and procedures.
• Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP , GASB , financial accounting/general ledger experience and their application to fund accounting.
• Considerable technical knowledge of various Accounting Software, ERP systems.
• Considerable knowledge of and ability to analyze complex business processes and demonstrated ability to manage projects effectively.
• Strong accounting and finance skills to ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations, identify financial trends, investigate discrepancies, and provide insights that support strategic decision‑making and improve overall financial reporting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and influence, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively gain support of and lead stakeholders to a common goal.
• Demonstrated ability to multi‑task with demanding timeframes, focus on priorities, strategies, and vision.
• Demonstrated ability of collaborating across diverse teams and successfully facilitating projects, demonstrating the ability to incorporate varied input and build consensus to achieve positive outcomes, particularly within financial or operational environments.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex financial data and communicate findings effectively to provide actionable insights for strategic decision‑making.
• Considerable related work experience, preferably in a university environment.
• Some prior project management and/or consulting experience with a focus on business process improvement, preferably in technology, finance, higher education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Considerable previous financial experience in an institution of higher education, Public GASB Ellucian institutions is a plus.
• Advanced consulting, relationship building, and strategic thinking skills.
• Advanced analytical, problem‑solving, project planning and implementation skills.
• Advanced strategic thinking and consulting skills in guiding the organization toward workable strategies and solutions.
• Familiarity with ERP platforms such as Ellucian Banner is a plus.

Conditions of Employment

Completion of Statement of Personal Economic Interests is required upon hire.

Job Open Date

10/22/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Application Review Date

12/15/2026

Criminal Background Check

The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at [phone].

About the Employer

Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia’s forward-focused public doctoral research university with more than 23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, an energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute $2.6 billion annually to Virginia’s economy.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Curriculum Vitae

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Questions & Contact

If you have questions:

Staff and Administrative & Professional Faculty applicants, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at [phone] or [e-mail].

Teaching and Research Faculty applicants, please contact the Office of Academic Affairs at [e-mail].