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Offer: Sr. Financial Analyst:Lamar University

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Sr. Financial Analyst

 

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Position Information

Posting Number: 20112873
Position Title: Sr. Financial Analyst
FTE: 1.00
Employment type: Staff
Department: Budget and Analysis

Position Summary Information

Job Summary/Basic Function: About this function:

Performs advanced (senior-level) financial analysis and regulatory work. Work involves administering financial processes and systems; creating financial models using data visualization tools; reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating financial data; preparing reports and responding to inquiries; and advising senior management appropriate action to resolve financial and regulatory problems. Work will also include supporting revenue-generating services to promote collaboration, transparency, optimizing financial agreements, and forecasting financial results to new business proposals or contract amendments that support university goals. May supervise the work of others. Works under supervision of the Director of Budget and Financial Planning, with latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

What You'll Do - Position Responsibilities
   » Coordinates the development, analysis, and review of financial data and applicable business, financial, and/or regulatory plans. Including the development and continuous oversight of the university's annual operating budget.
   » Coordinate, supervise, analyze, and reconciles third-party financial reviews, including the accumulation of data, financial modeling, reporting, and monitoring of response including University business partners or vendors.
   » Administers university financial processes, data modeling, and the financial systems developed to facilitate financial literacy, forecast future performance, or report to regulated entities.
   » Serve as financial liaison for university business partners and university constituents to facilitate transparency, communication, and compliance.
   » Communicate and assist in training University constituents with budgetary principles and business operation procedures.
   » Ensures compliance with established procedures, requirements, laws, and regulations; completeness of data; and presence of adequate documentation.

Key Competencies:

   » Strong analytical skills including the capability to interpret financial data, analyze trends, and make recommendations located on findings.
   » expertise of financial analysis and examination procedures for regulated entities.
   » capability to develop, report, and communicate business performance metrics to stakeholders and senior management, including external regulatory bodies.
   » Strong interpersonal communication skills to develop working relationships with university constituents and service partners.
   » capability to leverage data analysis tools and techniques to extract insights from financial data and present findings in a clear and concise manner using visualization tools like Excel, Tableau, or Power BI.
   » expertise or practice with ERP data repository systems, such as SAP, Banner, Workday, etc.
Physical Requirements:
   » Current driver's license and capability to travel.
   » Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
   » Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
Who We Are:

Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-located community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our skills is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.

advantages:
   » Health, dental & vision insurance
   » Life insurance
   » State of Texas Retirement plans
   » Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent.
   » Paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays.
To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance - Lamar University

Minimum Appropriate qualifications:
   » Bachelor's or master's (MBA) degree required with a focus in Finance, Accounting, General Business, or related fields.
   » 2+ years of practice in financial or business analysis.
EEO Statement:
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran's Preference Statement:
Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran candidates in conformity with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.
Preferred Appropriate qualifications:
   » Master's (MBA) degree in business-related field.
   » 4+ years of practice in financial or business analysis.
Security Sensitive Statement: This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

income: $52,446-$68,180
Work Employment Type:

Application Information

Posting Date: 03/28/2024
Close Date: 06/28/2024
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions:

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
   » * Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in conformity with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: To be considered for Veteran's Preference, candidates must complete and email to jobs4vets@lamar.edu a Standard Form 15 located at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf to include the required documents per the instructions on the form. Emails MUST also include position titles and posting numbers for each and every position applied for. candidates WHO FAIL TO EMAIL ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE A POSTING CLOSES WILL NOT BE AWARDED VETERAN'S PREFERENCE.
   » Yes
   » No
   » * Do you have a Bachelor's degree with a focus in Finance, Accounting, General Business, or related fields?
   » No
   » Yes
   » * How many years of Finance or Budget practice do you have? Please specify area and years of practice.
(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
   » Resume
   » Cover Letter Optional Documents
   » Miscellaneous

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Job Location: New York
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Post Date: 03/28/2024 / Viewed 11 times
Contact Information
Company: Lamar University
Contact Email: jobs4vets@lamar.edu


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