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Finance and Budget Specialist, Worcester
Client:
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Location:
Worcester, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Finance
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
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Job Views:
7
Posted:
22.02.2025
Expiry Date:
08.04.2025
Job Description:
JOB TITLE: Finance and Budget Specialist
LOCATION: Worcester
DEPARTMENT NAME: Finance & Budget
DIVISION NAME: Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY: The Finance and Budget Specialist in the FP&A office supports day-to-day financial operations by assisting with budget tracking, routine analysis, and responding to inquiries from various departments. This position plays a vital role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and helping to maintain financial integrity across the university.
WPI is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We are looking for candidates who can support our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Assist departments with financial and budgetary information, ensuring alignment with university financial policies and guidelines. Serve as a point of contact for financial inquiries from faculty and staff, providing timely responses and assistance with financial-related questions.
2. Ensure accuracy in financial data entry and tracking of operating and capital budgets, startup accounts, teaching/research assistance and professorships tracking. Assist in preparation and understanding of reports or summaries for internal stakeholders, including budget-to-actual and non-operating funds analysis. Process operating budget amendments.
3. Process positions budget amendments, be responsible for monthly vacancy savings reconciliation, and fixed-term positions monitoring.
4. Collect data and conduct basic financial analyses to provide insights to support departmental managers in their decision-making.
5. Review and assess financial process documentation and provide recommendations to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and transparency.
6. Work with other departments to gather necessary financial information and provide support for their budgeting and financial needs.
7. Assist with special projects and ad hoc analyses, contributing to the overall financial planning process.
8. Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.
Qualifications:
1. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
2. Experience: 1-2 years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or administrative roles.
Technical Skills:
1. Proficient in Excel.
2. Basic analytical skills, with a willingness to learn and grow in financial analysis and reporting.
3. Strong written and verbal communication skills and willingness to communicate with a variety of constituents.
4. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment, supporting various departments as needed.
Preferred Skills:
1. Experience with Workday is a plus.
2. Understanding of budgeting processes and financial principles.
3. Experience with data entry and maintaining financial records.
4. A proactive approach to problem-solving and assisting others.
Please include a resume and cover letter for consideration.
Hiring range is $62,000 to $64,000. WPI’s includes a robust retirement match, wellness perks, tuition assistance and more!
This is an on-site role with the opportunity for a flexible, hybrid schedule following a 6-month review with your manager.
FLSA STATUS: United States of America (Exempt)
WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.
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