Financial Planning Analyst

Penn State University
Ferguson Township, PA
Category Accounting
Job Description
The Financial Planning Analyst supports the business unit and Strategic Financial Partner in the Eberly College of Science by providing oversight and expert guidance to unit leaders on budget and financial matters.

Requirements

  • Collaborate in budget and resource data analysis to provide data-driven recommendations and financial insights;
  • Develop, maintain, and refine financial models to support long-range planning and scenario analysis;
  • Review financial reports to understand and explain variances between budget and actuals;
  • Monitor financial performance against budget and forecast, identifying areas of concern or opportunity;
  • Assist in the preparation of the annual operating budgets, ensuring alignment with unit and institutional priorities;
  • Manage workforce planning and labor distribution for assigned business area(s); assist with annual salary increase program execution;
  • Support compliance with internal policies, external regulations, and audit requirements;
  • Partner with other university offices to ensure consistent data sources and accurate financial projections;
  • May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management;

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage;
  • Robust retirement plans;
  • Substantial paid time off including holidays, vacation and sick time;
  • Generous 75% tuition discount available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children;
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