Financial Analyst, College of Professional Studies at The George Washington University

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:

To spark new thinking, just add friction. Your unique perspective and experiences can make you successful in your career.

At the George Washington University’s

you’ll collaborate with a diverse group of experts from across disciplines and backgrounds, who will challenge you to rethink assumptions, test your ideas, and look at ways to make the greatest impact. Here, you’ll learn how to use your skills to make an impact that ripples outward through industries and communities, elevating your career trajectory and connecting you to corners of the world you never thought possible.

The Financial Analyst, College of Professional Studies (CPS) is part of the financial management operations for CPS. This position provides training and support on P-card requisition, invoice payment policies, and processes. This position is the first-level approval for CPS expense reports, invoices, and P-Card transactions in Concur under the direction of the Finance Director. Business responsibilities typically include collaborating with the Finance Director (FD) and finance team in preparation of budgets, forecasts, detailed account analysis, journal entries, variance reporting, and tracking of trends; and collaborating with Procurement, the P-Card office, Accounts Payable, and the Controller’s office in processing and tracking of payments. This position runs financials from the enterprise system and provides monthly reports to FD and departments, including explanation of variances. Additional responsibilities include analyzing financial data to identify trends, mitigating potential risks, and researching industry best practices (e.g. financial benchmarks, policies, statutory codes, etc.) for a variety of administrative and fiscal requirements. This position identifies gaps in business processes and procedures and supports the FD in developing internal financial and budget management policies, processes, and procedures to enhance information flow and maintain accurate records for the division. This role develops tracking and monitoring tools to ensure progress in achieving strategic and department work plan goals and reviews key performance indicators division-wide, such as invoice aging, budget utilization, and transaction cycle times.

This position performs other duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning additional responsibilities that are logically related to the position.

This is a hybrid position with some days in-person in Washington, DC, and some days remote.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Critical thinking skills and the ability to apply concepts and methodologies across analyses are highly valued.
• Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in higher education/nonprofits is desired.
• Proficiency in using enterprise systems such as Oracle Financials and Banner and software such as Kronos (timekeeping) and Concur (travel and expense) is preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including the ability to manipulate, analyze, and work with large data sets is highly desired.

Hiring Range

$51,455.52 - $70,708.76

GW Staff Approach to Pay

Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location:

Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department:

College of Professional Studies (CPS)

Family

Finance and Business

Sub-Family

Division/School Financial Management

Stream

Individual Contributor

Level

Level 1

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time

Hours Per Week:

40

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:30 A.M. - 5:30 P.M.

Will this job require the employee to work on site?

Yes

Employee Onsite Status

Hybrid

Telework:

Yes

Required Background Check:

Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

Internal Applicants Only?

No

Posting Number:

S013339

Job Open Date:

10/16/2024

Job Close Date:

If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:

Background Screening

Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.