Sr. Financial Analyst

Academic Partnerships

United States

October 15, 2022

Position:
Sr. Financial Analyst

Location:

USA (Remote)

Job Id:
471.2

# of Openings:
1

At Academic Partnerships , we drive change through innovation in online education using the strengths, experience and creativity of our people. As a leader in online program management, we are focused on facilitating the goal of scalable online program success for our university partners and the students they serve-from the dream of a degree to a bold reality. Our company is built on the foundation of our mission - to expand access to top-quality, affordable and workforce relevant degree programs that serve career pathways. Come join a company that helps make dreams into reality!

Academic Partnerships is hiring a Financial Analyst to provide accurate and data-based information to the Finance team, including financial reporting and analysis, budget and forecast preparation, and financial guidance in accordance with GAAP. This position is primarily remote with team based in downtown Dallas.

Responsibilities Include:

Reviews financial transaction details for accuracy, with a focus on identifying and mitigating potential issues.
Analyzes expense data to assist the business and finance teams with developing cost containment strategies and identifying opportunities to improve profitability and process efficiency.
Prepares monthly, quarterly, and other period-based financial reporting such as variances to plan and forecast and coordinate timely distribution to appropriate stakeholders.
Prepares and tracks key performance indicators, other metrics, and business or operational trend data to support dashboards and other management reporting.
Develops financial content for executive-level presentations
Participates in quarterly forecasting, annual planning, and long-term strategic planning supporting the senior FP&A staff as needed.
Provides customer service and support to the department or function being supported including assistance with capital projects, cost/benefit analysis, and financial modeling to support and enhance decision-making.
Provides backup support to the Data Analyst.
Ad hoc reporting and other miscellaneous projects as assigned.

Qualifications Include:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
3+ years of accounting/finance work experience in a dynamic and analytical environment
General knowledge of financial transaction flows from source systems to the general ledger
Understands the financial closing process and monthly/quarterly reporting cycles
Broad knowledge of policies, procedures, regulations, and standards, including generally accepted accounting principles with the ability to apply these accurately to commercial transactions
Ability to perform well in a team environment, including sharing information and assisting others with close and reporting duties to meet monthly deadlines
Courage to report issues and offer analysis of the issues and possible solutions
Heavy Excel, and PowerPoint application skills
Familiarity with SQL DB and MS NAV, and other ERP applications a plus
Working knowledge of key financial, accounting and business metrics

Academic Partnerships offers the following comprehensive benefits:

PTO - accumulated from day one
11 designated holidays
Medical - four options (including PPO and HDP)
Dental
Vision
Life & Disability (company paid)
Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account (company contribution to HSA)
Retirement plan with company match
Maternity / Paternity / Parental Leave (company paid)
Volunteer Time Off

Supplemental Benefits:

Wellness program
Alternative medicine options
Pet discounts
Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity

Personal and Professional Development:

Continuous Professional and Leadership Development Programs
Tuition Reimbursement for employees and their dependents

Academic Partnerships is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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