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Maine's Public Universities is hiring: Financial Analyst and Business Manag

Maine's Public Universities, Portland, ME, United States


Job Description

The University of Southern Maine invites applications for the position of Financial Analyst and Business Manager. With the recent completion of the McGoldrick Center for Career and Student Success, and the upcoming Center for the Arts, it's an exciting time to join USM and be part of a community that is committed to being Student Focused Every Day.

The Financial Analyst and Business Manager reports to the Chief Business Officer and Vice President of Finance and Administration and collaborates with assigned divisional and/or college leadership to strategize, plan, and formulate budgets and financial forecasts, both short- and long-term. They will liaise with departments such as human resources, risk management, and procurement to align financial goals and compliance standards. This role is also responsible for executing accounting transactions and financial reconciliation, as well as preparing financial reports to aid in the development of the university's budgeting process.

The University of Southern Maine is a deeply personal, welcoming campus community. With a highly engaged student-centered learning environment, USM is a steward of higher education, helping drive the economic, cultural, and civic life in the communities where our campuses are located. We are committed to providing expanded access to high-quality education that elevates economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse society.

This is a full-time position with a starting annual of $75,000 plus a 10% employer retirement contribution. This position will be based primarily on the Portland Campus. A hybrid work schedule is negotiable and may be considered after 6 months of employment.

The University of Southern Maine offers highly competitive benefits that includes holidays, vacation and sick time; health, dental and vision insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; a tuition waiver program for employee and eligible dependents; a 403(b)-retirement plan with 10% employer contribution; and more. To learn more, please review our Benefits Information Summary.

The University of Southern Maine is committed to developing a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. It embraces an inclusive campus community that values the expression of differences in ways that promote excellence in teaching, learning, personal development, and institutional success. Our Office of Equity, Inclusion and Community Impact supports the University of Southern Maine's DEIA and Community Impact focused departments, committees, groups, projects, training, and events. USM encourages women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds to apply.

We live our USM Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day, and are looking for team members who understand that promise and supports our values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity and Responsiveness.

Required:
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA) or related master's degree preferred; will consider bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or related field with significant related experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in the use of systems and applications relevant to finance and budget management.
  • Ability to develop and maintain accurate reports of financial information, statements, and financial modeling.
  • Ability to read and interpret University policies and procedures.
  • Convey and present financial concepts to all audiences in ways they will understand.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to work with Excel (formulas, pivot tables, etc.) and queries in a financial enterprise system.
Preferred:
  • Experience in higher education.
To apply, click on the 'Apply Now' button below or visit the USM Careers Page and submit the following:
  • Cover letter
  • Resume
  • Finalist candidates will be asked to provide professional references

Position will remain posted until filled.

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.

Clery Act:

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish, and distribute an Annual Security Report (ASR), and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University's crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University's current campus security policies. View the University's Annual Security Report (PDF). If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request. Please email or call 207.780.4035.

EEO Statement:

In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).