Senior Financial Analyst

About the Role

Coordinate, facilitate, and monitor all global accounting functions for study abroad programs and portal campuses. Develop an in-depth understanding of University underlying financial systems, reporting processes, and tools to recommend procedural improvements or efficiencies. Perform reconciliations to ensure the general ledger contains consistently accurate data. Utilize accounting and auditing literature to research and resolve business issues. Develop strategies to improve current processes and enhance the quality of deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the review of financial statements and supporting schedules for audits.
• Perform and document analytical reviews of financial statements.
• Prepare ad hoc financial reports and analyses as requested.
• Participate in the development, deployment, and training of financial policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or other relevant degree.

Required Experience: 3+ years of relevant professional experience, of which 2 years includes public accounting/auditing experience.

Skills

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Sound knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines and lead others by example.
• Advanced expertise in Excel.
• Financial statement preparation and consolidation experience.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of international financial reporting standards (IFRS).
• Related accounting experience in Not-for-Profit and/or institution of higher education, including familiarity with accounting policies and procedures.

Pay

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $105,000.00 to USD $125,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.