Current jobs related to Financial Analyst - Amherst, Massachusetts - InsideHigherEd

  • Real Property Analyst

    3 weeks ago


    Amherst, Massachusetts, United States UMass Amherst Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Real Property Analyst to join our team at UMass Amherst. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for coordinating regional facilities, technical assistance activities, and supporting the development of training processes, materials, and resources.Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate regional facilities and...


  • Amherst, Massachusetts, United States UMass Amherst Full time

    About UMass AmherstUMass Amherst is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees. Our campus is situated on nearly 1,450 acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, providing a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers.We are part...


  • Amherst, Massachusetts, United States UMass Amherst Full time

    About UMass AmherstUMass Amherst is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees.The University sits on nearly 1,450 acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers.In addition, the...


  • Amherst, Massachusetts, United States M&T Bank Full time

    Job SummaryThe Banking Services Operations Development Program is a comprehensive program designed to equip participants with in-depth professional and analytical experience, leadership skills, and collaborative abilities. This immersive program provides a customized and defined experience, enabling participants to gain expertise in higher-level operational...


  • Amherst, Massachusetts, United States University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation Full time

    About the RoleThe University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation is seeking an experienced Assistant Director to join our Prospect Research and Development team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for identifying and evaluating prospective donors, particularly corporate and foundation donors, to inform and support our fundraising strategies...


  • Amherst, United States InsideHigherEd Full time

    Job no: 524837Work type: Staff Full TimeLocation: UMass AmherstDepartment: Budget OfficeUnion: Non-Unit ExemptCategories: Accounting/Finance/BudgetAbout UMass AmherstUMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University...

  • Budget Analyst

    4 weeks ago


    Amherst, VA, United States University of Massachusetts Full time

    Job SummaryThe University of Massachusetts seeks a skilled Budget Analyst to provide financial analysis and support to various university operations. The successful candidate will possess strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders across the institution.Key Responsibilities:Monitor and forecast budget...


  • Amherst, United States M&T Bank Full time

    ** Work Arrangement/Location: This is hybrid position requiring in-office work three (3) days every week and will be located in the Amherst, NY or possibly in Bridgeport, CT. Overview: Provides analytical, operational and/or project support to one or more functional areas of Treasury Operations. Responsible for daily reconciliation of M&T's...

Financial Analyst

4 weeks ago


Amherst, Massachusetts, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Summary

The Budget Analyst plays a crucial role in providing financial insights and analysis to support the university's budgeting process. This position requires a strong understanding of financial principles, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with various stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities
  • Monitor and forecast budget activity for campus operations, preparing reports and communications for managers and departments.
  • Allocate department budgets for initial year budgets, carryover budget balances, and additional budget requests during the year, verifying budgets and determining appropriate funding sources and departments for transfers.
  • Prepare complex reports, including data retrieval via queries and dashboards, and interpretation of data to forecast and verify results, as well as answer department and senior management questions.
  • Understand accounting principles and evaluate the impact of transactions on the campus financial ratios.
  • Monitor the appropriate expenditure of state and tuition funds (resident and non-resident) each fiscal year.
  • Assist with the campus annual budget process, including training campus users, providing support for department users, and validation of department plans.
  • Assist with the revenue operation budget process, including annual budget preparation and approval, periodic monitoring and reporting on budget status, and ensuring appropriate allocation and use of funds.
  • Provide support to department budget managers and Executive Financial Officers, explaining budget allocations, monthly, mid-year, and year-end reports, SUMMIT and PeopleSoft reports, and resolving budget problems.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or a related field.
  • More than 3 years of experience.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Proficient in microcomputer applications (spreadsheets, word processing, graphics, etc.).
  • Ability to create reports and queries from an enterprise management system like PeopleSoft.
  • Knowledge of basic accounting and budgeting principles.
  • Ability to work as part of a team.
  • Exceptional organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in business, finance, accounting, or a related field.