Career Opportunities: Financial Analyst, Senior (34705)

Job Summary

Purdue University is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join the Financial Planning and Analysis team. This role will be responsible to design and prepare financial analyses and modeling related to academic or business strategic initiatives, proposals, and other ad hoc data requests. Assemble, analyze, summarize, and forecast financial, economic and other data. Oversee and report on unique funding plans for programmatic initiatives. Determine strategies for managing resources to capitalize on funding opportunities, advance priority initiatives, and identify operational efficiencies. Present findings and analyses in formats appropriate for senior and executive management. Participate on project teams and committees to bring financial and data analysis leadership and perspective to the team. May mentor other staff to increase their skills. 
 

Purdue's Office of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) is a driving force of change at Purdue every day.  We are passionate about challenging the status quo and moving the financial culture of higher education forward. We use precise data and analyze trends to inform decisions made by senior-level leadership. This is a great launch opportunity for someone who aspires to make a difference and improve efficiency in our financial process, while in a role that provides great exposure to cross-functionality and high visibility to senior management.

This is a fully remote position, and there are two openings available.

What We're Looking For:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related field
• 4-5 years of experience in accounting, financial analysis or other relevant experience

Preferred:

• Certified Public Accountant
• Experience working with non-profit or higher education, especially in online education 
• Experience with SAP or other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
• Advanced proficiency in business applications, especially spreadsheets
• Advanced knowledge of financial, data management, and reporting systems
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements
• Advanced professional interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills, including ability to prepare materials for and clearly and effectively communicate information to internal and external audiences and executive management
• Strong project management skills and ability to contribute to or lead part of a multi-functional team

Additional Information:

• To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary CLICK HERE
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position   
• A background check will be required for employment in this position  
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
• Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply