What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Analyst position at New Mexico Highlands University?
The Financial Analyst will play a critical role in supporting the Vice President for Finance and Administration (VPFA) Office by managing financial processes, approvals, and projects. The role involves financial analysis, reporting, and budgeting. The incumbent will also lead special projects as prioritized by the VPFA, contributing to strategic financial planning and decision-making.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with the development of budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and strategies.
- Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and performance metrics to aid in decision-making throughout the VPFA division.
- Perform in-depth financial analysis of golf course operations, including revenue trends, cost control, daily transactions and expenses, general reporting and profitability forecasting.
- Manage and process approvals for expense reports and invoices within the VPFA Office.
- Ensure compliance with policies, financial controls, regulations and external agencies.
- Assist division departments with development for training and best practices and perform periodic reviews.
- Review and process purchase requisitions on behalf of the VPFA.
- Collaborate with procurement teams to resolve any issues or discrepancies.
- Work with departments within VPFA division to update and create internal policies and procedures which may require collaboration with other university units.
- Lead and manage projects as assigned by the VPFA, focusing on operational efficiency, cost savings, and process improvements.
- Provide timelines and status updates to projects that are assigned by VPFA.
- Assist in audits and compliance reviews as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in any field.
- 1 years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or related role
Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administratio
Special Conditions for Eligibility Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Experience or skills related to budget literacy.
- Proficiency in Microsoft suite.
- Exceptional collaboration and teamwork abilities.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Use hands to finger, handle, or feel – Frequently
- Reach with hands and arms – Frequently
- Stand – Occasionally
- Sit – Frequently
- Climb or balance – Occasionally
- Kneel – Occasionally
- Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds – Occasionally
- Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds – Occasionally
New Mexico Highlands University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We are committed to the University values of diversity, accessibility, excellence, and responsiveness.
For disabled access or services call 505-454-3242 or email hr@nmhu.edu
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Equal Employment Opportunity is THE LAW
For disabled access or services call 505-454-3242 or email hr@nmhu.edu
Visit the link below for more information regarding affirmative action and equal opportunity:
Equal Employment Opportunity is THE LAW
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
AS929P
Open Date
12/16/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicant
Quick Link
https://nmhu.peopleadmin.com/postings/9453
