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Job Posting Title:
Financial Analyst

Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified

Department:
LSUAM Online - Budget, Planning, and Operations (John Papp (00075490))

Work Location:
Louisiana Emerging Technologies Center

Pay Grade:
Professional Hourly

Job Description:

The Financial Analyst is responsible for analyzing financial data to support LSU- Online & CE strategic goals. This position is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and reporting to ensure the effective allocation of resources and financial sustainability. This position reports to the Director, Operations & Business Office.

Job Responsibilities:

Support the monthly financial reporting process for the LSU Online and Continuing Education programs by updating and maintaining forecast models, providing commentary on variances to the annual budget, and performing other financial reporting as necessary. 20%

Standardize and automate the reporting functions for the LSU OCE Budget, Planning & Operations team. Work closely with IT and other analytical resources to continue to improve visibility and understanding of key business drivers through our reporting platforms. 20%

Provide analytical support to cross-functional strategic initiatives and serve as a financial and analytical resource to assist in the development of new program requests, business cases, and other high-visibility projects to help drive the achievement of LSU OCE short and long-term goals. 20%

Assist in the development of enrollment projections, tuition and discount reporting by program, and the regular update of the revenue model. 20%

Partner with the LSU OCE leadership team and other functional leaders to support the annual budget process, including the development of detailed budget templates and other supporting documentation. Support the long-range planning process and preparation for semi-annual strategic planning sessions. 15%

Other duties as required. 5%

Additional Requirements:

Operation Essential Personnel - This position may be asked to work during an official closure, but who is otherwise not required to report to the physical campus during a closure and whose absence does not present a risk to the safety, resources, and well-being of the campus per FASOP HR-01.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field with 1 year of related experience

Specific Experience: Experience in financial analysis, proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively and independently

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:
Please provide a cover letter, resume, (3) professional references, and transcripts. Official transcripts are required prior to hire.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact John Papp at ...@lsu.edu

Posting Date:
October 2, 2024

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:

LSU is designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (...@lsu.edu).

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-###-#### or email ...@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.