[Remote] Financial Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The Universities of Wisconsin is seeking a Financial Analyst to join their Contracts and Finance department. This role involves collecting, analyzing, and forecasting financial data to support informed decision-making and serve as a finance Subject Matter Expert on cross-departmental projects.ResponsibilitiesUses statistical analysis, simulations, predictive modeling, or other methods to analyze information and develop solutions to business problemsParticipates in development, maintenance, and monitoring of automated financial information systems and budgets, and disseminates updates and results to leadership when appropriateParticipates in the development and implementation of financial processes throughout the department; including the development and provision of training and instructions, timelines, reports, and recommendations for improvementPrepares reports, spreadsheets, and schedules with compiled financial dataProcesses general ledger entries in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Performs general ledger reconciliations and complex general ledger account analysisSkillsAt least 1 year of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or accounting, including experience in data gathering, financial modeling, and forecastingStrong quantitative and analytical skills, with the ability to learn and adapt to new financial systems and toolsStrong Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to analyze data and develop reportsExcellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to present financial information to non-financial stakeholdersDetail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy in financial analysis and reportingStrong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and resolve issues effectivelyExperience working effectively with cross-functional teamsExperience in higher education, government, or complex organizational finance environmentsExperience working with financial planning and analysis software (preferably, Planful or similar tools), and ERP systems such as Workday, PeopleSoft, SAP, or similar platformsBenefitsGenerous paid time offCompetitively priced health/dental/vision/life insuranceTax-advantaged savings accountsParticipation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fundRemote work is an option for this position on a voluntary basisA Dell PC laptop will be issued for use in this roleCompany Overview13 universities. 1 mission. To make Wisconsin...Future Ready. For All. It was founded in 1971, and is headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.wisconsin.edu/.