Strategic Finance Analyst (Hybrid)

Harvard University; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Wellbeing resources

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard University’s Office of Financial Strategy & Planning seeks an Analyst to analyze quarterly results, budgets, and long-range financial plans. You will work with School leadership and central finance teams to inform strategic decisions at the highest levels of the university.

The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, a track record in financial analysis, and the ability to deliver concise, impactful presentations to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze quarterly results, operating budgets, and multi-year financial plans.
• Develop insights to inform CFO, EVP, and leadership decisions.
• Prepare presentations educating leadership on financial options and scenarios.
• Collaborate with central finance groups to understand university-wide financial issues.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Financial analysis

Presentation to executives

Strategic planning

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Harvard University’s Office of Financial Strategy & Planning seeks an Analyst to analyze quarterly results, budgets, and long-range financial plans. You will work with School leadership and central finance teams to inform strategic decisions at the highest levels of the university.

The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, a track record in financial analysis, and the ability to deliver concise, impactful presentations to senior leadership.