Pratt Institute · 8 hours ago
Financial Analyst (71101)
Brooklyn, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$93K/yr - $104K/yr
6+ years expPratt Institute is seeking a Financial Analyst to maintain the financial health of the institution through data-driven analysis and comprehensive reporting. This role supports senior leadership with insights into financial performance and ensures compliance reporting is timely and accurate.
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Responsibilities
Financial Statement Preparation & Analysis: Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets and cash flow reports. Conduct variance analysis and trend reviews to assess the institution's fiscal status
Budgeting & Forecasting: Proactively monitor departmental expenditures to identify emerging cost trends or performance risks that could negatively impact annual financial performance. Utilize these insights to inform the development of accurate multi-year financial projections
Financial Modeling: Build and maintain sophisticated financial models to support long-term capital planning, debt management, and investment strategies (e.g., endowments)
Strategic Reporting: Develop dashboards and visual presentations using tools like Tableau to communicate financial insights to non-financial stakeholders
Audit Support: Assist with year-end audits by preparing schedules and collaborating with external auditors
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field is required
6-8 years of experience in financial analysis or accounting; experience in a higher education or non-profit environment is preferred
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, modeling); experience with ERP systems (Colleague), SAP Business Objects, and BI data visualization tools
Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to explain complex financial data to diverse audiences
For consideration please submit a cover letter and resume, and be prepared to provide three references if you are moved forward in the interview process
Preferred
Experience in a higher education or non-profit environment is preferred
Company
Pratt Institute
Pratt Institute is an educational institute that offers academic and research services to its students.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Joseph Hemway
VP of Information Technology & CIO
Adam Friedman
Chief Strategy Officer, Provost's Office for Research and Strategic Partnerships
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