Financial Analyst II

Harvard University

$70K — $95K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required
  • Minimum of 3 years' relevant work experience
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, intermediate Excel skills
  • Working knowledge of budget management, financial analysis, financial modeling and basic accounting principles
  • Experience with financial systems and data query tools

Responsibilities

  • Independently perform financial analysis to support departmental management with planning efforts
  • Assist in budget analysis and monthly reporting for multiple departments and initiatives
  • Direct financial and strategic planning for annual budget development
  • Oversee quarterly and year-end closes, accounting, and compliance
  • Coordinate administrative oversight related to organizational reviews and approvals of FTEs

Benefits

  • Generous paid time off including parental leave
  • Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
  • Retirement plans with university contributions
  • Wellbeing and mental health resources
  • Support for families and caregivers
  • Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
  • Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks
Full Job Description
Job Description

Job Summary: Independently perform financial analysis to support department's role in assisting management with financial planning efforts, budget analysis and monthly reporting.
Job-Specific Responsibilities: The Office of Finance and Administration in the Office of the President and Provost (OPP) supports OPP's finance, administration, and operations objectives. OPP's Finance and Administration's portfolio of clients includes central administrative units (20+ units), central University-wide institutions (8 Allieds/Affiliates), and University-wide Initiatives and interfaculty initiatives (32+ initiatives). OPP Finance and Administration directs the financial and strategic planning related to the annual budget development, multi-year plan, reporting, quarterly and year-end closes, accounting, compliance, and stewardship. OPP F&A also provides administrative oversight related to organizational reviews and approval of FTEs (1200 FTEs), rationalization/organization of allocation and distribution of discretionary funds, and local implementation of new enterprise systems across OPP departments, affiliates, and initiatives. The office oversees operations for buildings and spaces occupied by OPP constituents.

Please note: This position has a term appointment end date of 6/30/2027.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications are the minimum requirements a candidate must meet to be considered for this role.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required
  • Minimum of 3 years' relevant work experience

Additional Qualifications and Skills:
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, intermediate Excel skills
  • Working knowledge of budget management, financial analysis, financial modeling and basic accounting principles
  • Demonstrated experience with financial systems and data query tools


Additional Information
  • Appointment End Date: 06/30/2027
  • Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
  • Compensation Range/Rate (including Shift Differential if applicable):
  • Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
  • Pre-Employment Screening: Harvard University requires pre-employment reference and background screenings: Identity, Education, Credit, and Criminal.
  • Other Information:
    • This is a term appointment through 6/30/2027 with the possibility of renewal based on available funding.
    • This position will have a 3-month orientation and review period.


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Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University's Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 056. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:
  • Generous paid time off including parental leave
  • Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
  • Retirement plans with university contributions
  • Wellbeing and mental health resources
  • Support for families and caregivers
  • Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
  • Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.

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