Western Governors University · 1 day ago
Financial Analyst
Salt Lake City Office
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$88K/yr - $132K/yr
3+ years expWestern Governors University is committed to expanding access to higher education through innovative online programs. As a Financial Analyst II, you will develop financial models and analyze data to guide strategic decisions that influence program viability and growth.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and refine multi-year financial models to evaluate program viability and scalability
Analyze enrollment trends, pricing strategies, and cost drivers to identify risks and opportunities
Conduct sensitivity and break-even analyses to stress-test assumptions and guide decision-making
Partner with Operations and Education teams to translate operational realities into actionable financial insights
Create clear variance commentary and recommendations for leadership to drive informed decisions
Establish repeatable reporting frameworks and improve data consistency across multiple sources
Support strategic planning by providing insights that enable disciplined, sustainable growth
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
3+ years of experience in financial analysis, modeling, or FP&A
Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with financial modeling techniques
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work in ambiguity
Excellent communication skills to present complex data in a clear, actionable way
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence decisions without slowing momentum
Comfort working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Preferred
Experience in higher education or edtech
Familiarity with SQL or data visualization tools
Knowledge of pricing strategy and enrollment forecasting
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare
HSA and FSA options
Life and disability insurance
Legal assistance and identity protection
Retirement savings plan
Wellbeing programs
Discounted WGU tuition for you and your family
Flexible PTO and Sick time
11 paid holidays
Additional paid leaves, including parental leave
Medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare
Health savings account and flexible spending account
Basic and voluntary life insurance
Disability coverage
Accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages
Legal and identity theft coverage
Wellbeing program
Discounted WGU tuition
Flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual
Flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual
11 paid holidays
Other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave
Company
Western Governors University
Western Governors University focuses on improving lives by creating pathways to opportunity for its students.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Kauffman Foundation
2025-05-08Grant
Leadership Team
Stephen Herzig
Vice President of Enterprise Solutions
Kacey Thorne
Senior Director, Academic Strategic Initiatives
Recent News
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