Financial Analyst, Financial Reporting & Analysis (3070)

Idaho State University•Pocatello, ID

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Idaho State University is hiring a Financial Analyst to support accurate, timely financial reporting in accordance with applicable policies and regulations. The position assists with preparing and presenting the university’s annual audited financial statements and quarterly financial reports for the Idaho State Board of Education Audit Committee. It also performs complex analysis, reconciliations, and accounting transactions related to cash and bank reconciliation. The analyst supports external audits, prepares audit schedules and reconciliations, helps interpret and implement accounting standards, and contributes to financial reporting projects and process improvements. The role works with the Assistant Controller, finance staff, university leaders, auditors, and other stakeholders. This is an on-campus position in Pocatello and is not eligible for remote work. The position is not eligible for new visa sponsorship; candidates with existing valid U.S. work authorization may be considered.

Requirements

At least a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
At least two years of professional experience in financial analysis, accounting, budgeting, or a related area.
Experience analyzing financial data, identifying trends, and preparing financial reports.
Working knowledge of accounting and budgeting principles.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, data filtering, and data analysis.
Ability to interpret complex financial information and communicate findings clearly to financial and non-financial audiences.
Demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy, organization, and problem-solving ability.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in higher education, government, or another complex public-sector organization.
Knowledge of fund accounting, governmental accounting standards, or university budgeting practices.
Experience with enterprise financial systems such as Ellucian Banner, Workday, PeopleSoft, or a comparable ERP system.
Experience with SQL, Power BI, or other platforms for data analysis and report creation.
Experience improving or automating financial processes and reports.

Responsibilities

Perform complex analysis, reconciliations, and accounting transactions related to cash and bank reconciliation.
Process and balance the daily interface between the student and finance modules.
Reconcile bank deposits with Cashier’s deposits, follow up on discrepancies, and resolve them.
Perform bank reconciliations.
Work with the Assistant Controller and team members to create and maintain financial reports and process documentation, and assist with process improvement projects.
Assist the Assistant Controller and senior business unit leaders in developing and preparing the university’s annual audited financial statements.
Assist in planning and coordinating the external audit, including fieldwork and coordination of audit materials and support for external auditors.
Assist with interpreting and implementing new accounting standards, researching regulations, and recommending and implementing approved changes to support GAAP compliance and internal controls.
Prepare audit schedules and reconciliations supporting the external financial statement audit.
Participate in preparing and analyzing quarterly financial reports submitted to the SBOE Audit Committee.
Contribute to financial reporting projects, including financial sections of the annual IPEDs report, financial survey data, and responses to Freedom of Information requests.
Coordinate financial reporting processes with people inside and outside the finance department and provide timely customer service.
Perform other financial accounting and reporting tasks as assigned.