Financial Analyst

Under limited supervision, the Financial Analyst will be responsible for accurately creating, forecasting and projecting company-wide fiscal budgets, revenues, and expenses. Works closely with key institute officials and departments including but not limited to executive management, department heads, project managers, accounting, human resources, and the office of research contracts on tracking external and internal funding and staff utilizations. May serve as the lead or advisor in a group setting.

Requires a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Management and a minimum of 2-5 years of directly-related financial analysis experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been attained.

Must have previous demonstrated experience in financial analysis and modeling skills, and experience in forecasting, budgeting and variance analysis.  Requires a fundamental understanding of GAAP and the ability to apply financial standards and guidelines to the development of financial statements.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate previous success in developing professional and effective relationships with both administrative and non-administrative managers and colleagues, and the ability to effectively communicate financial needs to Institute leadership.

Must have superior professional-level written and verbal communication skills; a high degree of professionalism, diplomacy and discretion; excellent judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills; and strong customer-service skills.  Demonstrated ability in managing a wide variety of complex tasks and projects simultaneously while meeting multiple deadlines is required.  The ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive situations with solid judgment and discretion is critical, as well as the ability to perform duties independently.

Requires advanced Excel skills, professional-level experience with other Microsoft Office products, and the ability to learn department-specific systems and programs as needed. 

Knowledge of and experience with Deltek/Costpoint.

 Salary is commensurate with experience.

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