Financial Analyst
School of Government Services · Chapel Hill, NC · 2 wk ago
Finance$65k–$85k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- 45% Financial Analysis, Modeling, and Forecasting
- 20% Budget Development, Tracking and Support
- 15% Financial Reconciliation and Integrity
- 10% Process Improvement, Documentation and Systems Support
- 10% Special Projects
Qualifications
- Mid-career with Masters and 1-2 years’ of relevant experience; or Bachelors and 2-4 years’ experience in accounting, finance, or a related field, with demonstrated progression in responsibilities.
- Demonstrated experience in financial analysis, modeling, forecasting, reporting, cost analysis, and variance analysis.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, including the ability to analyze large and complex datasets, identify trends, anomalies, and discrepancies, and support data-driven decision making.
- Experience with financial reconciliation and data validation, including ensuring accuracy across general ledger and subledger systems.
- Experience working with enterprise financial systems and data environments, including the ability to analyze transaction flows and resolve discrepancies.
- Proficiency in financial and data tools, including Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, and Power Query), data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI or Tableau), ERP systems (e.g., PeopleSoft), query tools (e.g., SQL/Sequel or IQ Query), and familiarity with asset management systems (e.g., AIM, Maximo).
- Knowledge of financial operations and understanding of the impact of business decisions on organizational outcomes.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex financial information clearly and develop reports, documentation, and presentations.
Benefits
Salary range: $65,000 - $85,000
This Full-time, benefits-earning position is located in Chapel Hill, NC.
Pay
Salary range: $65,000 - $85,000
Schedule
Full-time position