Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis - Georgetown University

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Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis - Georgetown University

Job Overview

The Manager Financial Planning and Analysis performs specialized financial, accounting, or planning activities to support financial functions such as budgeting, financial planning, and financial management. To be successful in this role, they employ must apply their ability to analyze complex financial data, develop reports for forecasting, trending, and results analysis, and have the ability to manage multiple simultaneous complex projects.

The Manager performs any or all of the following activities:

• Analyze budgets and financial data for both operating and capital; and relay fiscal information relevant to stakeholders, including but not limited to trend analysis, variances from budget/projection, and year-to-date results
• Conduct research and fact-finding investigations, and communicate trends and projections to the Director and appropriate staff
• Assist in preparation of board presentations and analytical presentations related to budgets, financial plans, statistical reports, business forecasts, and internal policies
• Develop and coordinate complex projects and assignments
• Identify problems and specific issues in a budget particular area and recommend solutions or alternatives

Due to the breadth and variety of assignments, the Manager must be excited by the challenge of analyzing financial data, enjoy working independently and anticipate needs and proactively plan ahead, be willing to self-educate to lead new initiatives, and have a passion for education and service.

Work Interactions and Work Mode Designation

Reporting directly to the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis, the Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis coordinates and oversees financial analysis, forecasting and reporting related to capital expenditures, enrollment, fringe benefits and campus income statement trends. They also coordinate with finance leads across the University, including Finance Officers and Budget Analysts, on a regular basis to enhance analysis and enrich reporting.

This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University.  Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation .

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree - preference for a Master’s degree
• At least 5 to 7 years of proven experience in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• Experience with large financial database systems, particularly Workday, and Adaptive Software Applications
• Ability to analyze and manipulate data sets in Excel, and to transform data sets and quantitative analysis into compelling visuals - preference for Advanced Excel skills
• Ability to understand budgets, budget development and implementation, and related financial reporting
• Solid analytical skills with the ability to think strategically
• Financial acumen to review and analyze expenditures against budget plans
• Ability to run, compile, and analyze complex sets of data and reports
• Understanding of financial forecasting and ability to learn financial and budget strategies
• Understand (and develop, interpret, and implement) financial concepts for financial planning, resource planning, and control of organizational budget
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and written and oral communication skills
• Adaptability, flexibility, and attention to detail
• Ability to triage challenges and requests, resolving or escalating issues for resolution as necessary
• Experience in data and budget analysis, managing cross-functional matrix teams, exploring creative solutions, and fostering collaboration

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Submission Guidelines:

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EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer  fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law .

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website .