Financial Analyst I

Role Overview

The Financial Analyst I will provide financial analysis and reporting to support the Eastman Institute for Oral Health (EIOH), including departmental operations and sponsored programs. The role will analyze financial activity, monitor budgets and grant expenditures, develop expenditure projections, and explain variances to support financial planning and management decisions.

What You Will Do

The Financial Analyst I will prepare journal entries to accurately record financial transactions, produce financial statements in established formats, investigate discrepancies, and recommend improvements to accounting policies and procedures. The role will also monitor award expenditures, remaining balances, and award periods, project spending, and identify potential overages or unspent funds.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The Financial Analyst I will communicate financial findings, risks, and recommendations to the Sr. Accounting Manager, departmental staff, and grant administrators. The role will require strong analytical and organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret financial data, investigate discrepancies, and communicate findings and recommendations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance functional area
• less than 1 year of related experience
• 1 year professional financial analysis or accounting experience preferred

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Compensation range: $25.14 – $35.24