Strategic Financial Analyst: Budgeting & Forecasting Lead

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst in Harlingen, TX. This role supports executive decision-making by conducting complex financial analyses, preparing reports, and optimizing resource allocation across the institution.

We require a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration and at least four years of finance experience with planning and forecasting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration from an accredited university.
• Minimum four (4) years of experience in finance or accounting with planning, forecasting and financial analysis.
• Proficiency in spreadsheet and data manipulation software; strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare periodic financial reports and respond to information requests from agencies and external bodies.
• Analyze financial accounting and performance data, summary reports and cost studies.
• Prepare long-term financial plans and reports for senior management.
• Examine historical and projected data to aid financial decisions by executive leadership.
• Create financial feasibility studies and summarize financial activities.
• Coordinate budgets and budget forecasts for various areas.
• Ensure compliance with applicable rules and recommend policy adjustments as needed.
• Participate in professional associations related to state government, higher education, and financial analysis.
• Coordinate and complete significant institution-wide projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Budgeting

Data manipulation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration

Tools

Excel

Finance systems

Job description

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst in Harlingen, TX. This role supports executive decision-making by conducting complex financial analyses, preparing reports, and optimizing resource allocation across the institution.

We require a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration and at least four years of finance experience with planning and forecasting.