Strategic Financial Forecasting Analyst — Hybrid

Cornell University; Ithaca (GA); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to provide financial planning, analysis, forecasting and technology development for financial processes and systems. You will collaborate with unit directors to prepare monthly forecasts and quarterly/annual reports, develop automation, and ensure accuracy and compliance with university policies.

This hybrid role offers opportunities to influence budget decisions, work with diverse teams, and contribute to strategic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting or related field.
• Ability to guide others, perform data analysis, budgeting and general ledger reconciliations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and data reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and automate financial processes and complex models to improve reporting.
• Forecast monthly, and prepare quarterly and annual financial reports.
• Serve as the primary finance contact for units supported with data insights.
• Ensure financial statement integrity and adherence to policy.
• Prepare and analyze long-range forecasts and unit budget development.
• Present reports for ad hoc requests to aid executive decisions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication

Data analysis

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to provide financial planning, analysis, forecasting and technology development for financial processes and systems. You will collaborate with unit directors to prepare monthly forecasts and quarterly/annual reports, develop automation, and ensure accuracy and compliance with university policies.

This hybrid role offers opportunities to influence budget decisions, work with diverse teams, and contribute to strategic