Senior Financial Analyst

Department ADV Financial Operations & Facilities About the Department The Advancement Office engages alumni (~220k), current students, parents and friends of the University through intellectual, professional and social activities on campus, around the world and online. Advancement raises $600 Million annually to support faculty and researchers, practitioners and patients, and students and programs across the University. Our work supports priorities in every division, school, department, and institute. The Financial Operations and Facilities team is responsible for managing the finances and physical infrastructure of Advancement. This team oversees budgeting, financial reporting, unit forecasting, procurement, and facilities management. This team plays a critical role in ensuring the efficient use of resources and maintaining a safe and functional work environment. Job Summary This position manages operating and capital budgets for divisions and/or University-wide administrative units. Helps develop long and short term financial goals, business strategies/plans, and financial forecasts/models for major service programs and initiatives. Manages quarterly and year-end reporting for the operating budget. Responsibilities Collaborates with the Executive Director to develop budgets, analyze financial proposals, and support strategic planning initiatives. Provides financial guidance and training to Advancement budget managers, ensuring compliance with University policies and alignment with departmental goals. Monitors budget performance, prepares variance reports, and recommends cost-saving strategies and resource allocations. Oversees financial systems and data management, including Oracle Cloud, Workday, departmental databases, and monthly uploads. Designs and maintains financial models, reports, and tools to support expenditure analysis and forecasting. Generates ad hoc reports and leads special projects to enhance financial operations and decision-making. Seek opportunities for professional development that will enhance job performance including attending webinars, seminars, building networks within the University and with colleagues at peer institutions. Reviews estimated expenditures. Develops expenditure projections and periodic budget variance reports. Prepares forecasts as well as analyses. Acts as a resource for team members, solves complex problems. Explains complex and sensitive information. Performs other related work as needed. Minimum Qualifications Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications: --- Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s or advanced degree. Experience: Minimum five years of professional work experience in nonprofit management, development, alumni relations, marketing, public relations, sales, or similar work. Minimum two years of project management experience. Minimum two years of experience developing and monitoring budgets. Technical Skills or Knowledge: Demonstrated skill and knowledge of, or ability to learn quickly, the internal workings of the University as well as the technology tools available to the Office of Advancement, including Phoenix, the University's donor relationship management system. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills. Preferred Competencies Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills characterized by the ability to listen, speak, and write effectively. Explain complex ideas clearly and simply. Strong commitment to customer service. Manage confidential information with discretion and tact. Act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. Work collegially and collaboratively in a team setting. Self-motivated and take initiative. Prioritize multiple projects and independently follow through with detail. Working Conditions This position has a hybrid work schedule which includes weekly in-office presence. Standard office environment. Travel to campus and/or non-campus locations for University business. Work evenings and weekends as needed. This position is located in Hyde Park at 5235 South Harper Court. Application Documents Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter, addressed to Hiring Committee (preferred) When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. Job Family Financial Management Role Impact Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5 Drug Test Required No Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Pay Rate Type Salary FLSA Status Exempt Pay Range $76,500.00 - $90,000.00 The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. Benefits Eligible Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook. 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