Sr Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist

University of New Hampshire•Keene, NH

20h•$52,520 - $93,640•Hybrid

About The Position

Keene State College invites applications from finance professionals for a Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist to collaborate with Finance Division leadership to provide expert support for the development and monitoring of unit operating budgets, strategic planning, and financial management at the College. This position operates with significant autonomy and field complex and technical questions from unit representatives regarding budget and financial planning processes, requirements, policies, and other relevant regulations. This is a full-time, year-round benefited hybrid position. Additional duties and responsibilities include: Serving as a front-line business partner to unit and institutional financial leaders in the analysis of unit finances, development and execution of financial strategy, and forecasting, planning, monitoring, adjusting unit budgets, and as lead point of contact for one or more complex administrative or academic units, as determined by Finance Division leadership. Supports in the preparation of revenue and expense projections and other specialized financial reports and analyses and assists unit representatives in understanding and interpreting financial data. Supports System-wide financial planning as needed through data gathering and recommendations Cultivates an expert understanding of unit and institutional needs and context, regularly interacts with unit representatives, works closely with business leaders to coordinate financial activities, and provides a high level of tailored customer service, including specialized strategic support for academic units (including program creation) as needed. Reviews, approves, and advises on financial transactions ranging from standard to complex, reconciling these when necessary, and liaises with the appropriate departments in the Central Financial Operations Center to ensure that business processes are completed promptly, correctly, and in accordance with established policies. Supports financial functions that require advanced, technical financial expertise. Assists in the development of unit operating budgets, recommends cost savings and funding options in alignment with business units’ strategic initiatives, frequently reviews account expenditures to ensure conformity with budgetary guidelines, and prepares budgetary adjustments and amendments as necessary. Regularly reviews unit financial and budgetary data, identifies and investigates errors and discrepancies, and resolves these through appropriate actions and channels, liaising with other departments and the Central Financial Operations Center where necessary and makes recommendations to financial leaders on internal controls and process improvements. As needed, prepares and maintains documentation required for internal and external audits, collaborating with other Division employees, as well as other System and institutional financial leaders. Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, three or more years professional experience in a field related to finance, accounting, or a related field; additional certifications or degree programs above and beyond the minimum education requirement may be substituted year-for-year for prior work experience.
Detailed knowledge of basic accounting principles, budget planning, and monitoring, and financial analysis.
Expertise in understanding and analyzing financial statements, written financial policies and regulations, and other relevant documentation.
Proven mathematical, organizational, and analytical skills.
Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to interact with standard technology platforms (e.g., excel, word processing, data entry, email etc.).
Understanding of and proficiency in navigating computerized financial systems.
Ability to interpret and work with financial data, perform calculations and statistical analyses, and draw a conclusion.
Ability to perform complex finance operations independently with minimal guidance or supervision.
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and accurately, both verbal and in writing.
Desire to work in a collaborative environment with System and institutional leaders, as well as colleagues in other financial affairs departments.
Ability to maintain knowledge of USNH systems, policies, and procedures related to budget operations and adheres to established standards and protocols.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree related to accounting or finance, additional credentials for finance (e.g., Certified Financial Analyst), experience operating in a shared service setting, experience working for a tax-exempt organization preferred.
Knowledge of and/or direct experience with Workday and Adaptive systems.

Responsibilities

Serving as a front-line business partner to unit and institutional financial leaders in the analysis of unit finances, development and execution of financial strategy, and forecasting, planning, monitoring, adjusting unit budgets, and as lead point of contact for one or more complex administrative or academic units, as determined by Finance Division leadership.
Supports in the preparation of revenue and expense projections and other specialized financial reports and analyses and assists unit representatives in understanding and interpreting financial data.
Supports System-wide financial planning as needed through data gathering and recommendations
Cultivates an expert understanding of unit and institutional needs and context, regularly interacts with unit representatives, works closely with business leaders to coordinate financial activities, and provides a high level of tailored customer service, including specialized strategic support for academic units (including program creation) as needed.
Reviews, approves, and advises on financial transactions ranging from standard to complex, reconciling these when necessary, and liaises with the appropriate departments in the Central Financial Operations Center to ensure that business processes are completed promptly, correctly, and in accordance with established policies.
Supports financial functions that require advanced, technical financial expertise.
Assists in the development of unit operating budgets, recommends cost savings and funding options in alignment with business units’ strategic initiatives, frequently reviews account expenditures to ensure conformity with budgetary guidelines, and prepares budgetary adjustments and amendments as necessary.
Regularly reviews unit financial and budgetary data, identifies and investigates errors and discrepancies, and resolves these through appropriate actions and channels, liaising with other departments and the Central Financial Operations Center where necessary and makes recommendations to financial leaders on internal controls and process improvements.
As needed, prepares and maintains documentation required for internal and external audits, collaborating with other Division employees, as well as other System and institutional financial leaders.
Performs other related duties, as assigned.