Senior FP&A Analyst: Benefits & Budget Strategy

uchicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 94,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join the finance team, supporting decision‑making through planning, analysis, and ongoing benefit management. The role collaborates with internal and external partners to influence short‑ and long‑term strategy and ensures effective budgeting for the employee benefits pool.

The analyst will co‑lead quarterly budget reviews with senior leaders, coordinate annual staff benefit budget development, and drive improvements in finance

Qualifications

• Education: college/university degree in related field.
• Work Experience: 5–7 years in a related job discipline.
• Preferences: STEM/business/accounting/economics background; GAAP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Support development of financial reporting tools and analyses.
• Collaborate on annual staff benefit budget and forecasts.
• Coordinate audits related to employee benefits program.
• Lead budgeting and long‑range financial planning for Finance & Administration.
• Deliver ad hoc analyses and communicate insights to leadership.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Financial modeling

Data management

Quantitative skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Undergraduate or master’s degree in STEM/business/accounting/economics

Tools

Oracle

Job description

The University of Chicago is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join the finance team, supporting decision‑making through planning, analysis, and ongoing benefit management. The role collaborates with internal and external partners to influence short‑ and long‑term strategy and ensures effective budgeting for the employee benefits pool.

The analyst will co‑lead quarterly budget reviews with senior leaders, coordinate annual staff benefit budget development, and drive improvements in finance