The George Washington University
Senior Financial Analyst
The George Washington University, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status I. JOB OVERVIEW Job Description Summary: The George Washington University, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (GW Engineering) is a complex and innovative academic unit with a highly active research enterprise. The Finance Department of GW Engineering oversees and facilitates the financial operations and planning that align with the overall University and GW Engineering goals and priorities. The team seeks a Senior Financial Analyst to contribute to the areas of financial reporting, annual budget, forecast, modeling, and data analysis. This position reports to the Finance Director and collaborates with faculty and staff throughout GW Engineering. This senior financial analyst position works as an integral part of the Finance team to perform a wide variety of complex analytical and administrative duties. This position uses data analytics and trend analysis to drive decision-making, monitor budget performance, and support strategic financial planning. Primary responsibilities include: Prepare multi-year budget and forecasts, including revenue and enrollment forecast Monitor departmental budget performance; report findings to finance director and department leaders and make corrective actions Perform detailed account reconciliation and other trend analysis such as compensation analysis and financial aid tracking and forecast Run monthly data and maintain the school finance dashboard Generate annual external reports such as NSF Herd Survey and other school-wide financial reports Support sponsored research activities such as labor redistribution and cost transfer justification Develop manuals and SOP by working with subject matter experts within the school Perform reclassification journal entries, interdepartmental transfers, and other year-end JEs Oversee the capital equipment budget and tracking Coordinate with the post award team to complete sponsored research Complete other ad hoc reports and relevant tasks as assigned Performs other duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position. Minimum Qualifications: Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 5 years of relevant professional experience, or a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 3 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications: Advanced Excel and Database skills, including experience with financial modeling and trend analysis is preferred Strong analytical skills with the ability to effectively present data, trends, and findings, to a small group of audience Experience with budgeting and financial analysis in higher education is desired Strong communication skills and the ability to connect with a range of stakeholders who have varying degrees of financial competency GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit
https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs . II. JOB DETAILS Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. College/School/Department: School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) Family: Finance and Business Level: Level 3 Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Hours Per Week: 40 Work Schedule: Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes Employee Onsite Status: Hybrid Telework: Yes Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search Special Instructions to Applicants: Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status Internal Applicants Only? No Posting Number: S013448 Job Open Date: 11/26/2024 Background Screening: Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. EEO Statement: The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Are you a current employee of The George Washington University?
Yes No
* For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)? (As a reminder, employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)
Yes, IEP complete No, still in IEP N/a - not a current GW employee
* What is your expected salary range? (Open Ended Question)
Documents needed to Apply
Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents Human Resource Management & Development 2013 H Street, NW, 3rd Floor Washington, DC 20006
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Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status I. JOB OVERVIEW Job Description Summary: The George Washington University, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (GW Engineering) is a complex and innovative academic unit with a highly active research enterprise. The Finance Department of GW Engineering oversees and facilitates the financial operations and planning that align with the overall University and GW Engineering goals and priorities. The team seeks a Senior Financial Analyst to contribute to the areas of financial reporting, annual budget, forecast, modeling, and data analysis. This position reports to the Finance Director and collaborates with faculty and staff throughout GW Engineering. This senior financial analyst position works as an integral part of the Finance team to perform a wide variety of complex analytical and administrative duties. This position uses data analytics and trend analysis to drive decision-making, monitor budget performance, and support strategic financial planning. Primary responsibilities include: Prepare multi-year budget and forecasts, including revenue and enrollment forecast Monitor departmental budget performance; report findings to finance director and department leaders and make corrective actions Perform detailed account reconciliation and other trend analysis such as compensation analysis and financial aid tracking and forecast Run monthly data and maintain the school finance dashboard Generate annual external reports such as NSF Herd Survey and other school-wide financial reports Support sponsored research activities such as labor redistribution and cost transfer justification Develop manuals and SOP by working with subject matter experts within the school Perform reclassification journal entries, interdepartmental transfers, and other year-end JEs Oversee the capital equipment budget and tracking Coordinate with the post award team to complete sponsored research Complete other ad hoc reports and relevant tasks as assigned Performs other duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position. Minimum Qualifications: Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 5 years of relevant professional experience, or a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 3 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications: Advanced Excel and Database skills, including experience with financial modeling and trend analysis is preferred Strong analytical skills with the ability to effectively present data, trends, and findings, to a small group of audience Experience with budgeting and financial analysis in higher education is desired Strong communication skills and the ability to connect with a range of stakeholders who have varying degrees of financial competency GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit
https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs . II. JOB DETAILS Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. College/School/Department: School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) Family: Finance and Business Level: Level 3 Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Hours Per Week: 40 Work Schedule: Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes Employee Onsite Status: Hybrid Telework: Yes Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search Special Instructions to Applicants: Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status Internal Applicants Only? No Posting Number: S013448 Job Open Date: 11/26/2024 Background Screening: Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. EEO Statement: The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Are you a current employee of The George Washington University?
Yes No
* For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)? (As a reminder, employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)
Yes, IEP complete No, still in IEP N/a - not a current GW employee
* What is your expected salary range? (Open Ended Question)
Documents needed to Apply
Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents Human Resource Management & Development 2013 H Street, NW, 3rd Floor Washington, DC 20006
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