Financial Analyst
Company: Lesley University
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: April 17, 2024
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Job Description:
Financial AnalystThe OpportunityLesley University is seeking a
dynamic and motivated Financial Analyst to join our team. This
pivotal role is integral to our grant reporting process,
encompassing tasks such as generating journal entries for efficient
expense allocation among grants, and fostering close collaboration
with our esteemed grant/program managers. The chosen candidate will
be responsible for responding to inquiries, offering up-to-date
revenue and expense analytics, and overseeing the judicious
utilization of grant funds.In addition, the Financial Analyst will
be actively engaged in generating invoices for reimbursable grant
expenses. Through meticulous analysis of historical accounting data
and other relevant information, the selected candidate will provide
invaluable projections to guide both short- and long-term financial
planning undertaken by the management team.The role of the
Financial Analyst extends to the coordination of activities aimed
at rectifying account imbalances and upholding rigorous accounting
controls and procedures. By actively participating in year-end
audits, the Financial Analyst ensures meticulous data accuracy.
This individual will also undertake the scrutiny of financial
statements and prepare comprehensive financial reports that
accurately represent the current and projected financial landscape
of the organization.The position may also involve assisting in the
preparation, development, and monitoring of budgets, as well as
conducting indirect cost analyses to support informed
decision-making processes.Qualities and CapabilitiesThe successful
candidate will have:Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Finance,
Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration or a
closely related field.Minimum of three (3) years of experience in
grant preparation, research, program organization, or grant related
financial support functions.Advanced proficiency in business
applications, such as Microsoft Office; advanced Excel
skills.Advanced knowledge of accounting systems and the internet;
computer literacy.Ability to interpret and apply advanced
accounting knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted
Accounting Principles (GAAP).Strong communication skills, including
the ability to communicate information clearly and effectively to
internal and external audiences and client groups.Demonstrated
project management skills and ability to contribute to or lead part
of a multi-functional team.Attention to detail, accuracy, and the
ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet deadlines and customer
service response standards.Proven ability to apply knowledge to
analyze and interpret business policies and external regulations
and translate them into compliant and efficient accounting
processes.Ability to observe trends in data, recommending and
helping to implement solutions to increase efficiency,
effectiveness, and accuracy of data.Strong customer-oriented
approach to managing work.Why LesleyLocated in the heart of
Cambridge, Massachusetts, Lesley University is highly regarded for
its graduate and undergraduate programs in the human arts of
education, the arts, and applied social sciences. Lesley fosters a
highly creative environment in which innovative ideas thrive,
theory is integrated with practice and its 6,400 students and
90,000 alumni are empowered to improve and enrich communities.We
offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental,
life, and long-term disability insurance. In addition, we offer
significant paid time off, a generous retirement plan, and tuition
programs that enable employees and their dependents to expand their
knowledge and skills.Lesley is committed to the ongoing pursuit of
strategic diversity initiatives that help to position diversity,
equity, and inclusion as fundamental to institutional and academic
excellence at Lesley. In doing so, Lesley strives for a campus
culture and community that fosters a true sense of belonging for
all, provides opportunity for everyone to participate equally and
fully in the Lesley experience, and helps to develop each
individual's capacity to confidently and competently engage within
and across difference. Given an evolving national context and the
rapid change in the demographic profile of our country, the
University has made a significant commitment to addressing and
enhancing its campus climate and diversity capabilities as an
institution.Expressing InterestA letter of interest, CV/resume, and
a statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to
diversity, equity, and inclusion through teaching, professional
activity, and/or service must be included for full consideration.At
Lesley University we strive for a supportive and equitable
environment where people -- regardless of race, physical ability,
age, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, gender identity, and other
protected personal identities -- can participate equally and fully
as their true selves in all aspects of university life. We are
committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the fabric
of our institution.PI9cddd50e8e71-25660-32950343
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