Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist

Position Details

Summary

Operating Title Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist Long Classification Title Senior Financial Planning and Analysis Specialist Campus Location Durham Department UNH Finance Office Summary of Position

As a UNH central finance team member, the Senior Financial Planning and Analysis Specialist will plan, update, and forecast the institution's budget. This individual will perform in-depth complex budget analysis, including projection of revenue and expenses, position budget data, and continuous budgetary control. The individual will gather data and conduct studies on various topics related to financial administration. They will assist management with budget control and position control functions, providing information to customers/stakeholders concerning budgets and financial procedures. This role will conduct wide-ranging financial data compilation, querying, and drilling on large volumes of financial data and use integrated financial systems and other types of record management systems. This position will report to the Finance Manager and works a hybrid schedule but may be called to campus periodically as needed.

Acceptable minimum level of education Acceptable minimum years of experience Additional Job Information Posting Number PS4387FY24 Other minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.

• 3 or more years of professional experience in a field related to finance or accounting

• Detailed knowledge of basic accounting principles, budget planning, and monitoring, and financial analysis

• Ability to interact with standard technology platforms (e.g., word processing, data entry, email, internet browsing, 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 the conclusion

• Expertise in understanding and analyzing financial statements, written financial policies and regulations, and other relevant documentation

• Ability to perform complex financial analyses independently with minimal guidance or supervision

• Excellent mathematical, organizational, and analytical skills

• Attention to detail and accuracy

• 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

• Openness to 360-degree feedback and desire to learn and grow continuously

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• An advanced degree related to accounting or finance is strongly preferred

• Additional credentials related to accounting or finance are strongly preferred

• Experience training and onboarding employees on financial related duties

• Experience operating in a shared service setting preferred

• Experience working for a tax-exempt organization preferred

• Knowledge of and/or direct experience with Ellucian Banner systems preferred

• Additional credentials for finance (e.g., Certified Financial Analyst) preferred

Salary Information

Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/59311 Percent Time Information (FTE) 1.00 Grade 20 EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

Institution Information

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire's lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

The UNH Diversity Resource Guide with information and programming available in the seacoast area, New Hampshire, and the region can be found here: https://www.unh.edu/hr/diversity-resource-guide

Posting Details

Posting Date 04/09/2024 Open Until Filled Yes Closing Date Posting Open to Internal Candidates Only? Yes Interested Internal Candidates Exist? No Job Category Salaried Staff (Exempt) Appointment Type Regular If TERM position provide projected end date Equipment/Instruments Drivers License and Physical Requirements. Please check all items that apply. None applicable

Duties / Responsibilities

Job Duties

Duty/Responsibility

• Assist in developing institution operating budgets, current year budget management, and forecasting scenarios. Frequently review account expenditures to ensure conformity with budgetary guidelines and prepare budgetary adjustments and adjustments as necessary.

• Partner with the director of central finance to operationalize the institution's budget model. Develop an in-depth understanding of the institution's tuition flow, various external revenue sources, and operating expenses to appropriately assess and allocate the budget.

• Regularly review campus financial and budgetary data, identify and resolve issues with substantial significance, recognize exceptions, and conduct in-depth analysis using advanced technical knowledge and experience. Recommend and develop solutions that may require policy changes or the development of new processes; maintain broader organizational and university perspectives in decision-making.

• Cultivate a continuous understanding of institutional needs and context, work closely with finance colleagues to coordinate financial activities, and provide a high level of tailored customer service, including specialized tactical support as needed.

• In consultation with finance division leaders, conduct analysis and perform functions related to budget and financial management for the institution. Perform technical budget analysis functions to allocate and manage the institution's budgets. As needed: prepare monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc financial reports for the divisions.

• Support System-wide financial planning as needed through data gathering and engage in continuous critical analysis of existing systems and processes; make recommendations to achieve greater efficiencies and improve internal controls.

• Operate with significant autonomy and field questions from other finance divisions regarding budget and financial planning processes, requirements, policies, and other relevant regulations.

• As needed: prepare and maintain documentation required for internal and external audits, collaborating with the other central finance team members and other System and institutional financial leaders.

• Maintain knowledge of USNH systems, policies, and procedures related to budget operations and adhere to established standards and protocols.

• Provide supervision, training, coaching/mentoring, performance review, and guidance to direct report (Financial Planning and Analysis Specialist).

• Perform related duties as assigned.

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