Financial Analyst, Academic Affairs at Bryn Mawr College in Bryn Mawr College Campus

Job description

• About the Institution: Since its founding in 1885, Bryn Mawr College has been the preeminent college for women interested in the pursuit of wisdom necessary to challenge the world's expectations. With its pioneering American Collegiate Gothic architecture and picturesque landscape, our campus is recognized as one of the most beautiful in the country. Located less than 15 miles from Philadelphia, and within 2-3 hours of New York City, Baltimore, and Washington, DC, Bryn Mawr’s location offers easy access to public transportation and endless recreation, dining, retail, and cultural activities.
• Position Overview: Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer for the Provost’s Office, the Financial Analyst, Academic Affairs supports the financial, budgetary, and administrative operations of the Provost’s Office and Academic Division.
• Working closely with the Office of Administration & Finance, Budget Office, academic department leaders, deans, and administrative staff, the Financial Analyst conducts budget monitoring, financial analysis, accounting reviews, position and compensation analyses, and operational reporting to support informed decision-making and responsible stewardship of divisional resources.
• The incumbent serves as a key resource for academic departments and administrative units by providing financial guidance, ensuring compliance with institutional policies and procedures, improving budget transparency, and assisting leaders in understanding financial information and trends. This position contributes to the effective management of resources across the Academic Division and supports operational and strategic priorities of the Provost’s Office.

Responsibilities

• Budget Analysis, Financial Planning, and Reporting
• Conduct regular periodic reviews of operating budgets within the Provost’s Office and Academic Division to monitor spending activity, identify trends, and assess budget performance.
• Analyze budget-to-actual results and assist in identifying the factors contributing to significant variances.
• Prepare periodic financial reports, forecasts, and analyses for review by the Chief Administrative Officer and academic leadership.
• Recommend budget reallocations and expense adjustments based on operational needs and financial analysis.
• Support annual budget development processes for departments and programs within the Academic Division.
• Assist with financial modeling and analysis related to academic initiatives, program planning, and resource allocation decisions.
• Collaborate with the Budget Office to monitor and evaluate quarterly and year-end financial results.
• Assist with annual reserve roll-forward processes and prepare communications regarding reserve balances for department chairs and program managers.
• Support the annual Bi-College reconciliation process and other required financial reviews.
• Position Management and Workforce Financial Analysis
• Collaborate with the Budget Office and Human Resources on position budgeting, cost allocations, salary savings tracking, and position management activities.
• Review labor and payroll expenses to ensure appropriate costing and budget alignment.
• Assist in analyzing workforce, compensation, and staffing-related financial information to support divisional planning efforts.
• Support academic staffing and curriculum planning activities through the collection, organization, and analysis of enrollment, staffing, and budget-related data.
• Maintain reports and documentation related to faculty, staff, and administrative personnel budgets.
• Accounting, Compliance, and Financial Stewardship
• Process journal entries and accounting adjustments in accordance with institutional policies and approved procedures.
• Review financial transactions for accuracy, appropriateness, and compliance with college policies and budget guidelines.
• Approve departmental requisitions and supplier invoices within delegated authority and established procedures.
• Serve as primary or secondary approver for designated financial transactions, expense reports, and payment requests.
• Review and reconcile purchasing card transactions and supporting documentation.
• Assist with sponsored and internally funded account reconciliations and closeout activities, as assigned.
• Support compliance with institutional policies, internal controls, and financial reporting requirements.
• Administrative and Operational Support
• Manage procurement activities for the Provost’s Office, including memberships, software renewals, professional service agreements, and other approved expenditures.
• Assist departments and administrative offices in accessing financial reports, understanding budget information, and interpreting financial data.
• Participate in the implementation and ongoing enhancement of financial, human resources, and administrative systems.
• Contribute to initiatives that improve efficiency, effectiveness, and transparency in budgeting and financial operations.
• Provide ad hoc analyses, reports, and specific project support as required.
• May perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration, or a related field required.
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in budgeting, accounting, financial analysis, business analysis, or related work required.
• Experience analyzing financial data and preparing reports for management decision-making required.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and proficiency in Microsoft Office required.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to interpret financial data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Understanding of accounting principles, budgeting practices, and financial reporting concepts.
• Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to explain financial information to non-financial audiences.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, administrators, and external partners.
• Strong customer service orientation and commitment to responsive support.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.
• Successful completion of satisfactory background checks required.
• Experience with Workday, Banner, PeopleSoft, or other enterprise financial and human capital management systems preferred.

Skills

Required

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Benefits

• Schedule & Benefits: Bryn Mawr is committed to building and sustaining a campus community where faculty and staff can thrive. The College offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits. This full-time staff position has an anticipated schedule of 35 hours per week and is eligible for 22 days of vacation per year, three days personal leave, generous holiday time (including an extended winter break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day), sick leave, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, medical, dental, and vision, retirement, paid parental leave, tuition opportunities, and more. Waiting periods may apply.
• While no one person may possess all the qualifications listed below, the ideal candidate will have many of the following professional experiences and characteristics.