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Financial Analyst, Salt Lake City

Western Governors University
life insurance, flexible benefit account, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time
United States, Utah, Salt Lake City
3949 South 700 East (Show on map)
Jan 11, 2025
If you're passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country-and you're committed to working hard to play your part in building that future-consider WGU as the next step in your career. Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families. The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is: Pay Range: $88,300.00 - $132,400.00 Job Description Responsibilities Primary Responsibilities Performs month-end closing duties to include variance analysis, account reconciliations, journal entries, and results reporting. Understands and adheres to internal controls Tracks and investigates financial trends and events. Ensures accurate and timely forecasting of enrollment, P&L, and other components. Provides relevant monthly variance analysis and reporting to stakeholders. Develops financial business cases (ROI, breakeven, projections modeling, etc.) for proposed programs, projects, and initiatives. Monitors KPIs for assigned organizations, makes recommendations, and assists organization leaders to make timely and appropriate business decisions. Designs, develops, distributes, and monitors KPIs for assigned organizations. Assists with the preparation and submission of industry reports. Helps to design, implement, and maintain better financial analysis, reporting, and inquiry tools. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. This job description includes a general representation of job requirements rather than a comprehensive inventory of all required responsibilities or work activities. The contents of this document or related job requirements may change at any time with or without notice. Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Expertise using Excel and other financial reporting applications Strong data analysis/automation skills utilizing advanced tools such as Power Query, Power Pivot, SQL, and ERP systems (i.e., Hyperion, Cognos, TM1, Essbase, etc.). Knowledge of the best financial analysis practices, tools, and techniques Analytical and quantitative skills Analytical and problem-solving abilities Knowledge of different economic models Good interpersonal and relationship building skills Oral and written communication skills in working with senior organization leaders. Flexibility, ability to work with ambiguity and manage change. Intellectual curiosity Ability to embody the university's leadership principles: Student Obsession, Innovation, Learning, Inspire & Develop, Urgency, Courage, Ownership, Deliver Results, Integrity, Earn Trust Requirements Education Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field Experience 5 years of relevant experience in financial analytics . Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field Position & Application Details Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time, regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave. How to Apply: If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday. Additional Information Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive. Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu. Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. #DEI