Strategic Budget & Financial Analyst

Loyola Marymount University; West Chester (IA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola Marymount University is seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional to support the Jesuit Community’s financial operations. You will maintain ledgers, process transactions, and ensure GAAP compliance while preparing quarterly statements and budgets.

Key responsibilities include cash control, AP/AR processing, and coordinating annual budgeting with the Rector. Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills are essential, as is proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Typically a Bachelor's Degree in accounting or business or related field or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and best practices in accounting.
• Minimum 3-5 years of accounting and/or bookkeeping experience in progressively responsible positions.
• Demonstrated knowledge in accounting, bookkeeping, business correspondence, spreadsheet preparation and office practices and procedures.
• Ability to use sound judgment, analyze information, evaluate situations and recommend solutions.
• Excellent written and oral communication, with strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and QuickBooks Accounting or similar systems.

Responsibilities

• Handle the daily routines of the Jesuit Community’s business office including all financial transactions and bookkeeping.
• Monitor spending, reconcile expenses in QuickBooks, and produce quarterly financial reports.
• Responsible for cash control including petty cash, deposits, disbursements, and reconciliations.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable, review bills, prepare checks, and post transactions.
• Produce quarterly financial statements comparing budget to actual data and analyze variances.
• Coordinate the annual budget for the Jesuit Community in alignment with the Rector.
• Reconcile medical bills with insurance explanations and coordinate with insurers and providers.
• Oversee insurance matters related to autos and general liability; maintain vehicle records.
• Develop and maintain financial metrics and file Federal/State documents.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Accounting

Bookkeeping

Financial reporting

QuickBooks

Excel

Budgeting

Analytical skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Loyola Marymount University is seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional to support the Jesuit Community’s financial operations. You will maintain ledgers, process transactions, and ensure GAAP compliance while preparing quarterly statements and budgets.

Key responsibilities include cash control, AP/AR processing, and coordinating annual budgeting with the Rector. Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills are essential, as is proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office.