DescriptionSpecial Instructions to Applicants: All interested applicants should attach a resume and cover letter in the Supporting Documents section of the application, preferably in PDF format to avoid any formatting issues.
About Rice:
Boasting a 300-acre, tree-lined campus in Houston, Texas, Rice University is ranked among the nation’s top 20 universities by U.S. News & World Report. Rice has a 6-to-1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio and a residential college system that supports students intellectually, emotionally, and culturally through social events, intramural sports, student plays, lecture series, courses, and student government. Developing close-knit, diverse college communities is a strong campus tradition, which is why Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities.
Rice is also a wonderful place to work. Rice faculty, staff, and students share values that are essential to our success as a healthy community. These values guide our decisions and behaviors and shape Rice’s culture. They are reflected in the way we treat each other and the welcome we extend to our visitors. These values can be recalled simply by our name — RICE — Responsibility, Integrity, Community, and Excellence.
Position Summary:
The Facilities and Capital Planning department is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support the department’s financial operations, including capital project and revenue activities.
Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance and Administration, the Senior Financial Analyst will support financial management for capital projects by conducting regular financial reconciliations, preparing financial reports, assisting with project maintenance, and collaborating with capital planning stakeholders to ensure complete and accurate financial statements. This role will also support billing activities for the project management team and provide financial support for decentralized functions within the department. In addition, this position will serve as critical backup for key departmental functions, including payroll, cost center management, and other operational and administrative responsibilities.
Ideal Candidate Statement:
The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, service-focused financial professional with experience in project accounting, financial management, and accounting reconciliations, preferably within a higher education or other institutional environment. They thrive in a collaborative setting, bring a proactive and thoughtful approach to problem-solving, and develop