Financial Operations Analyst - Walsh School of Foreign Service

Company: Acord (association For Cooperative Operations Rese
Location: Washington
Posted on: November 16, 2024

Job Description:

Financial Operations Analyst - Walsh School of Foreign Service Located in a historic neighborhood in the nation's capital, Georgetown offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, exciting ways to take advantage of Washington, D.C., and a commitment to social justice. Our community is a tight-knit group of remarkable individuals interested in intellectual inquiry and making a difference in the world. Requirements The , founded in 1919, is a premier school of international affairs. SFS provides a rigorous education grounded in both theory and practice while instilling the Jesuit value of service. Father Edmund A. Walsh, S.J.'s vision was a school that would prepare students for all major forms of foreign representation - official and unofficial, governmental and private sector, whether commercial, financial, consular or diplomatic. Position Responsibilities The Financial Operations Analyst is responsible for all matters of budget and financial analysis for a portfolio of academic departments and programs within the School of Foreign Service. This position works closely with the Associate Director of Finance and Operations on a number of critical tasks relating to the financial operations of the departments and programs for which the position is responsible, including, but not limited to:

• Annual budget development and analysis.
• Monthly reconciliations.
• Continuous and in-depth department and faculty support for all matters and inquiries related to finance and budget.
• Monthly forecasting and analysis of revenue and expense trends.
• Approval of all financial transactions in accordance with developed budget.
• Position budget/compensation analysis and review. Additional Duties

• Provide operational and financial support by serving in the GMS Financials role of Cost Center Manager for a number of academic units within School of Foreign Service.
• Approve transactions, ensuring compliance with promulgated university policies, as well as consistency with budget, for the following business processes: Requisitions, Expense Reports, ProCard allocations, Accounting Journals, Revenue Generating Agreements, and other relevant financial transactions.
• Effectively communicate with and provide solutions-oriented and high-quality service to stakeholders of the academic units in School of Foreign Service.
• Proactively anticipate and respond to the needs of faculty, department chairs, and administrators.
• Provide timely responses to inquiries, completing the research necessary to provide comprehensive responses consistent with university, SFS and departmental guidelines and strategy.
• Act as an expert on, and ensure compliance with, university, campus, and school policies, procedures, and best practices. Work Interactions The Financial Operations Analyst reports directly to the Associate Director of Finance and Operations, with whom the incumbent will work closely. This position will also work with members of the SFS Dean's Office staff on matters involving budget and financial planning and analysis. The Financial Operations Analyst will provide a broad range of customer service, operational, and financial support services to the various units within SFS. Requirements and Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of progressive work experience in financial analysis and budgeting, preferably in a university or non-profit environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, or equivalent (ex. Google Apps), with a mastery of Excel (ex. vlookups, pivot tables, etc.).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience communicating successfully with a diverse body of constituents.
  • Strong orientation to details with excellent customer service skills.
  • Ability to interpret and apply university, campus, and school policies and procedures within a complex and diverse organization.
  • Ability to work independently to self-regulate and implement time management strategies in order to manage multiple projects/responsibilities simultaneously and meet time-sensitive deadlines, with little supervision.
  • Familiarity with managing large volumes of data and database queries.
  • Proficiency with Georgetown University systems, specifically GMS (Workday) preferred. Work Mode Designation 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. Pay Range The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position is: $47,586.00 - $87,558.13. Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University's business needs and external factors. Submission Guidelines Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions. Need Assistance If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click for more information. Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. EEO Statement Georgetown University is an 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 . 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. To apply, visit
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