Senior Financial Data Analyst
JOB TITLE: Senior Financial Data Analyst (2 Positions)
PROGRAM: Expert Professional Operation Support Services for Engineering Financial Services (2025–2029)
LOCATION: Remote
ANTICIPATED START DATE: July 1, 2026
DURATION: 1 Year
JOB SUMMARY:
- Support the Budget Team within the Engineering Financial Services (EFS) Unit of the Engineering Department’s Operations Division
- Responsible for financial analysis, budgeting, reporting, and data validation for departmental operations, capital, and overhead-funded programs
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Analyze monthly financial performance of departmental budgets and operations
- Assist in preparation of annual budgets for Capital, Operating, and overhead-funded programs
- Prepare and coordinate monthly consultant accruals by verifying Purchase Order documentation
- Review month-end financial postings for accuracy and identify variances
- Prepare and submit charge code reclassifications and adjustments
- Develop ad hoc financial and project-based reports as required
- Monitor and validate adherence to charge code guidelines for construction and consultant expenditures
- Track deferred projects and prepare amortization schedules
- Reconcile financial data across multiple systems and datasets
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting in a large organization
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (SharePoint, Lists, etc.)
- Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Macros, and VBA
- Hands-on experience with financial systems such as SAP, PeopleSoft, Oracle Essbase, and Hyperion SmartView
- Strong ability to analyze and reconcile large financial datasets
- Knowledge of GASB accounting standards and principles
- High attention to detail with ability to detect errors and inconsistencies
- Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and manage tasks efficiently
- Strong team collaboration skills