Financial Analyst

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Apr 11, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Financial Analyst
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Finance/Accounting/Purchasing
Department	UFA-Fin Planng, Analys&Budget
Overview	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. Ranked in 2022 by Forbes as a top 100 best large employer in America, Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. University Finance and Administration ( UFA) advances Rutgers' strategic priorities through the management of all central financial, administrative, and student information systems and processes. We supply the university's financial community the professional guidance, services, tools, and information needed to make the informed decisions that contribute to Rutgers' standing as an academic, health, and research powerhouse. We are deeply committed to our guiding principles and the core values that are critical for the long-term strategic growth of our division and the university. For more information, please visit https://finance.rutgers.edu/.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Financial Analyst for the University Office of Financial Planning, Analyses and Budget. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President, this position performs complex budget and forecast projections, analyses of budget, forecast and actual activity, and cost feasibility studies to facilitate decision-making and planning. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Conducts extensive and complex financial modeling and analyses using large, diverse data sets and requiring excellent analytical and technical skills. Provides critical financial analyses that drive decision-making processes for senior university leadership and the university's governing boards. Monitors budgetary and financial activity for assigned units, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements and providing data-driven recommendations. Evaluates unit budgetary requests, analyzing available funds, and developing reports, reporting tools and scenarios. Sets own work priorities and exercises independent judgment and problem-solving skills in making decisions concerning data analysis and recommendations. Works closely with University offices to create and maintain unit-specific and university-wide financial reports, used to control and monitor university-wide finances. Communicates primarily with the VP, Assistant VP, Chancellors' Offices and other administrative and academic unit administrators and financial managers regarding budget requests, budget, forecast or actual transactions, or system issues. While reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Financial Planning, Analyses and Budget, this position supports ad hoc projects for the University President; the EVP-CFO and University Treasurer; the Board of Governors; and the University Senate.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	07
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	91297.00
Annual Mid Range Salary	115559.00
Annual Maximum Salary	139821.00
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	Administrators Confidential
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree preferably in accounting, finance, data analytics, business administration, or a related field. 5 or more years prior experience working in a financial or accounting position with increasing responsibility, preferably in higher education.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Exceptional computer skills and expert/advanced experience using spreadsheets, data query tools, charting and other software tools, such as Excel, Tableau, Access, PowerPoint. Must have expert level ability in pivot tables and advanced spreadsheet functionality. Analytical skills necessary for interpretation of budgetary, financial, and related management information. Ability to work independently to meet objectives. Ability to balance risk and compliance while assessing options to various financial issues facing the university. Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion, especially in matters with sensitive and/or confidential financial or organizational matters. Ability and desire to work cooperatively with people from all levels of the university in support of the office's and UFA's service mission. Ability to work effectively under time constraints and to respond flexibly and constructively under pressure. Excellent attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy. Excellent written and verbal presentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications	Master's degree in accounting, data analytics and/or finance or MBA preferred. Knowledge of Oracle ERP Cloud products, Tableau and Access. Basic knowledge of SQL functionality. Prior knowledge of Rutgers University accounting/budgeting and business management processes or similar experience in a higher education is a plus. Experience in public, non-profit, or higher education.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST0792
Posting Open Date	04/11/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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