Senior Financial Analyst

This position reports to the CFO.  Primary responsibility is to work with CFO in developing and maintaining models in conjunction with Institutional Research, Enrollment Management, Student Experience and others to use for budget development and forecasting future years revenues and expenses.  This position will work with the CFO and divisional budget managers to develop and maintain the models supporting the position and operating expense budgets and projections.  Projections include operating budgets, full financial statements and financial ratios for multiple years. Budget development includes separately budgeting for the Statutory and Private sectors as well as reporting on the consolidated budget and projections.  Works as part of a Financial Analyst team to ensure that all monthly budget variances are tracked and included in ongoing projections and forecasts; while at the same time ensuring that all software systems and models are up to date.  Performs analysis, reconciliations and prepares other reports as needed. 

Salary: $99,224-$104,937 Annually

Essentail Functions:

• Work with CFO, Institutional Research, Enrollment Management, Student Experience, Academics, University Advancement and others to develop and maintain all revenue models
• Works with CFO, Financial Analyst and divisions to develop, project and forecast all revenue and expenses quarterly
• Develops the budget for approval by CFO and Cabinet for presentation to the board of trustees for approval at the May meeting
• Maintains the separation of Statutory and Private budgets
• Projects the Financial Statements and Ratios quarterly
• Assist Controller in the update and maintenance of the cash projection modeling
• Assists divisions with budget analysis and reporting
• Designs and maintains models to evaluate ROI impact of new programs and initiatives and ensure accountability to the expected ROI going forward
• Assists in the preparation of Board related communications and meeting

Other Duties & Responsibilities:

• Cross-train with Financial Analyst to run and analyze monthly closing reports
• Assist with year end audit reconciliations and analysis as needed
• Other duties as assigned
• Supports and assists in creating intersections for faculty, staff and students that will assist in transforming people’s lives
• Supports and assists in creating an evolving culture of mentoring and rich engagement opportunities for faculty, staff, and students
• Maintains a commitment to mentorship, intersections and belonging with a high degree of cultural competence and respect for a wide range of identities and experiences, therefore welcoming and supporting all faculty, staff and students and expanding access to the AU experience
• Maintains a safe working environment within and around their facilities and associated equipment and supplies including, but not limited to, obtaining Safety Data Sheet (SDS) information pertaining to any hazards associated with their work environment
• Participates in all required assigned training, including safety training and will comply with safety rules, regulations, and protocols
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Contributes to the overall success of the University by performing other duties as assigned
• Confidentially & Accuracy:
  • This position has access to all account balances and student record information. Therefore, confidentiality is of the utmost importance in these areas. This information is handled on a daily basis. Student information is confidential because it contains the student’s social security number and other personal information. This information should not be shared without appropriate authorization.  This information can only be released to external people that the student has authorized. Only the authorized individual can release account information to the person, or persons listed in the chart of accounts. Accuracy and attention to detail is at the heart of every task. This position is subject to continuous interruptions and requires the ability to maintain concentration and focus along with a pleasing disposition
  • Safety: Participate in safety training and comply with safety rules, regulations, and protocols
  • Perform additional duties and assist with special projects as assigned

Qualifications-Education & Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Formal Education:
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree required.
• Experience:
  • 5 years of budgeting, modeling and projecting experience required
• Knowledge:
  • A working functional knowledge of Accounting and ERP Systems such as STC Banner
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Procedures
  • Understanding of financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for leadership
  • Substantial working knowledge (education or work-related experience) of Project Management methodology and/or Business Process Analysis is essential
  • A working functional knowledge of Project Management Software such as Asana and AchieveIt
  • Demonstrated knowledge of strategic planning best practices
  • Understanding of higher education administration operations and best practices
  • Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• ​​​​​​​Additional Knowledge/Skills:
  • ​​​​​​​Work/school records would confirm the existence of superior skills or attributes in the following areas: sound judgment, discretion, dependability, organizational and interpersonal skills, professional work output, energy and enthusiasm, ability to interact with all levels of the AU community and constituents, diplomacy, initiative, function independently with only occasional review and direction. Candidate must possess the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, open office environment and prioritize. Position requires the strictest level of confidentiality. 
  • Machines: Fax, Copier, and Calculator
• Essential Functions:
  • ​​​​​​​Essential Functions: With or without reasonable accommodations the incumbent must be able to read and write and speak the English language at a college level, be capable of performing sometimes complex mathematical calculations, statistical calculations and other higher mathematical operations, must be able to communicate with all levels of the institution in written and spoken form. The individual must be able to work independently. The ability to maintain regular and prompt attendance is essential to the successful performance of this position. 

Physical Demands & Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Personal Protective Equipment must be worn when required. A respiratory function test and the ability to use
respirators may be required. Stairs and uneven surfaces may be present; artificial lifts, etc. may or may not be
available. The position may require the incumbent to walk outdoors in all types of weather to other buildings or
offices located on the campus. The Campus is located in an area that contains numerous hills and slopes and may not always be fully accessible for mobility impaired individuals.

About Alfred University
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Alfred University (AU) was founded on principles of social justice in 1836 by liberal, independent thinkers who placed high value on education for all citizens. The University has retained and built upon the strong values of its founders, developing as an institution of national and international renown that is responsive to the needs of contemporary society while remaining consistent with the spirit of its origins. Alfred University is the second oldest coeducational college in the United States as well as one of the earliest nineteenth century colleges to have enrolled African American and Native American students. It has a long-standing history of educating socially conscious students who make a difference in their professions and their communities.

Over the course of the twentieth century, Alfred University evolved into a complex institution offering a full range of programs in the liberal arts and sciences, art and design, engineering, business, education, counseling, and school psychology to its nearly 2,000 undergraduate and graduate students that live, learn, and play on a 232-acre campus located in an idyllic, creative valley in Western New York. To learn more, visit alfred.edu.
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