Financial Analyst 3 - Central Finance at University of MiamiNewman Alumni Ctr — full-time

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The university of Miami has a great opportunity for a Sr. Financial Analyst – Central Finance Office to work at the Coral Gables Campus.

Job Function: Financial / Accounting

The Sr. Financial Analyst (the Analyst) reports to the Sr. Manager of Finance (The Manager) and will assists with monthly financial analysis, forecasting, and annual budget preparation. The Sr. Financial Analyst has exceptional analytical, communication and interpersonal skills as well as strong organizational and time management capabilities. Possesses the ability to present business information to senior administration in a manner easily understood by non-financial professionals. This individual will also have an understanding of financial applications and creation of financial reporting. An attention to detail and insistence on the accuracy, timeliness, reliability, and usefulness of business information will be important characteristics. Serves as a resource for other departments in financial and business planning. Assists with the interpretation of financial metrics and supports any implementation plan process which is based on such metrics.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Conducts in-depth expenditures analysis intended to support decision making by executive leadership of the University.
Prepares and coordinates documentation of financial analysis projects such as budgets, forecasts, projections, expense performance, and presentations.

Performs financial forecasting and reconciliation of internal accounts.

Extracts data from various business application systems, provides detailed analysis of the data at the University, division and department levels and interpret the data. Presents information at all levels to the AVP of Financial Planning and Analysis and Chief Budget Officer for ultimate distribution to senior leadership.
Ensure month-end close and reporting, including the preparation of estimates and accruals, are completed timely and in accordance with GAAP; variances are minimal or explained, and issues are resolved timely.
Assist the Executive Director of Finance with preparing, examining, and analyzing accounting records, monthly financial package and presentation to assess accuracy, completene