University of New Hampshire · 2 days ago
Sr Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist
Keene State College
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$53K/yr - $94K/yr
3+ years expThe University of New Hampshire is inviting applications for a Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist at Keene State College. This role involves collaborating with Finance Division leadership to provide expert support in developing and monitoring operating budgets, strategic planning, and financial management for the College.
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Responsibilities
Serving as a front-line business partner to unit and institutional financial leaders in the analysis of unit finances, development and execution of financial strategy, and forecasting, planning, monitoring, adjusting unit budgets, and as lead point of contact for one or more complex administrative or academic units, as determined by Finance Division leadership
Supports in the preparation of revenue and expense projections and other specialized financial reports and analyses and assists unit representatives in understanding and interpreting financial data
Supports System-wide financial planning as needed through data gathering and recommendations
Cultivates an expert understanding of unit and institutional needs and context, regularly interacts with unit representatives, works closely with business leaders to coordinate financial activities, and provides a high level of tailored customer service, including specialized strategic support for academic units (including program creation) as needed
Reviews, approves, and advises on financial transactions ranging from standard to complex, reconciling these when necessary, and liaises with the appropriate departments in the Central Financial Operations Center to ensure that business processes are completed promptly, correctly, and in accordance with established policies
Supports financial functions that require advanced, technical financial expertise
Assists in the development of unit operating budgets, recommends cost savings and funding options in alignment with business units’ strategic initiatives, frequently reviews account expenditures to ensure conformity with budgetary guidelines, and prepares budgetary adjustments and amendments as necessary
Regularly reviews unit financial and budgetary data, identifies and investigates errors and discrepancies, and resolves these through appropriate actions and channels, liaising with other departments and the Central Financial Operations Center where necessary and makes recommendations to financial leaders on internal controls and process improvements
As needed, prepares and maintains documentation required for internal and external audits, collaborating with other Division employees, as well as other System and institutional financial leaders
Performs other related duties, as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, three or more years professional experience in a field related to finance, accounting, or a related field; additional certifications or degree programs above and beyond the minimum education requirement may be substituted year-for-year for prior work experience
Detailed knowledge of basic accounting principles, budget planning, and monitoring, and financial analysis
Expertise in understanding and analyzing financial statements, written financial policies and regulations, and other relevant documentation
Proven mathematical, organizational, and analytical skills
Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to interact with standard technology platforms (e.g., excel, word processing, data entry, email etc.). Understanding of and proficiency in navigating computerized financial systems
Ability to interpret and work with financial data, perform calculations and statistical analyses, and draw a conclusion
Ability to perform complex finance operations independently with minimal guidance or supervision
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and accurately, both verbal and in writing
Desire to work in a collaborative environment with System and institutional leaders, as well as colleagues in other financial affairs departments
Ability to maintain knowledge of USNH systems, policies, and procedures related to budget operations and adheres to established standards and protocols
Preferred
Advanced degree related to accounting or finance, additional credentials for finance (e.g., Certified Financial Analyst), experience operating in a shared service setting, experience working for a tax-exempt organization preferred
Knowledge of and/or direct experience with Workday and Adaptive systems
Company
University of New Hampshire
The University of New Hampshire is the state’s public research university, providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate programs and graduate programs of distinction.
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