Senior Financial Analyst

Goshen College is a Christian liberal arts institution that prepares students to thrive in life, leadership and service. We strive to model an inclusive community committed to transformative justice, peace, and sustainability. A respect and appreciation of the Anabaptist- Mennonite faith perspective and practices, and a commitment to the mission, vision, core values and community standards of Goshen College, are important for teaching and administrative faculty members.

Position Summary:

The senior financial analyst supports the president and senior leaders by providing data-driven business analyses and financial planning to achieve institutional goals. This position supports the development of financial management reporting, annual operating budgets, long-range forecasting, financial modeling and optimization of donor-restricted fund creation and utilization. 

This is a half-time to full-time salary, exempt position.

Essential Functions: 

• Compilation of multi-year financial forecasting for the institution
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders groups (i.e. advancement, admissions, financial aid, president’s cabinet) to compile data inputs for long-range forecasting.
  • Develop robust, accurate and dynamic forecasting and modeling tools
  • Refresh forecast on an annual basis and conduct reporting to stakeholder groups.
  • The president or designee is responsible for final approval of data inputs and drivers, oversight of the completed forecast deliverables, and presentation to internal and external constituents.
• Development of the annual operating budget in support of institutional goals
  • Streamline and improve budget processes supporting effective stakeholder engagement and meeting institutional timelines.
  • Collaborate with human resources and accounting services to enhance accuracy of wage and benefit budgeting.
  • Contribute to the development and distribution of management reporting.
  • Compile reporting packages in support of budget presentations.
  • Provide variance analysis reporting and quarterly budget commentary to accompany financial statements.
  • The president or designee is responsible for final budget decisions and communication with the broader campus community, president’s cabinet, college board and other external parties.
• Contribute to optimization of donor-restricted funds
  • Provide analysis and reporting of restricted fund utilization.
  • Collaborate with organizational leaders to engage strategic use of donor-restricted funds.
• Contribute to institutional financial analysis and decision support
  • Contribute analysis and advisory functions to various finance committees including budget, capital and grants.
  • Consult with leaders on development of new programs and initiatives providing business analysis and financial modeling.
  • Support financial modeling and analysis of payroll and benefit initiatives in human resources.
  • Develop financial modeling of tuition and discounting for financial aid.
  • Under the direction of executive leadership, conduct full service line, academic program or departmental financial analyses in support of institutional goals.
  • Complete market research and establish financial benchmarking analysis for organizational and departmental performance.
• Other duties as assigned in support of finance functions in the institution

Supervisory Responsibility:

• This position collaborates closely with executive leadership, administrative faculty and teaching faculty across the institution. This position does not entail supervisory duties.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration required
• A minimum of three years experience in finance or accounting related positions

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

• CPA preferred

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong communication skills; especially in communicating financial concepts and analysis
• Analytical and reasoning skills; ability to translate complex data and analyses into easily understandable and actionable information
• Financial modeling; ability to create organizational, departmental, service line and programmatic financial statements in a consistent and accurate manner
• Organizational savvy; ability to effectively navigate organizational networks and hierarchies to accomplish assigned tasks
• Strong skills in worksheet (Excel) and reporting applications

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift light loads (up to 25 pounds)
• Prolonged sitting and use of keyboard
• Ability to complete primary tasks by viewing computer screen(s) for the majority of any given work day (extensive use of computer technology)
• Considerable phone use and operation of copier and other standard office equipment

Work Environment/Environmental Conditions:

• Work will primarily take place in a standard indoor office environment
• A remote work agreement may be negotiated provided there is adequate internet connectivity and a private home office environment

All of the essential job functions are subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform other job-related instructions as requested by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. This position description is not all-inclusive and may change at the option of the (supervisor or department head). Any major change will result in the position being reviewed for reclassification.  

How to Apply

Application materials may be attached to the Administrative/Faculty Application Form or sent electronically to hr@goshen.edu. Goshen College will not be sponsoring candidates for this position.

Required:

• • Complete the online Admin/Faculty Application Form
  • Letter of application
  • Resume
  • A list of 3 professional references with contact information

 

E-Verify Statement of Participation

Goshen College participates in E-Verify. If you are hired, we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement

Goshen College is an equal opportunity employer, committed to enhancing diversity across the institution. Goshen College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or any legally protected status. As a religious institution, Goshen College expressly reserves its rights, its understandings of, and its commitments to the historic Anabaptist identity and the teachings of Mennonite Church USA, and reserves the legal right to hire and employ individuals who support the values of the college. To protect the welfare and provide for the safety of the students, employees, visitors, and resources of Goshen College, background checks are conducted by the Office of Human Resources on all new and re-hired employees.

About Goshen College

Goshen College is a nationally-ranked college and Hispanic-Serving Institution in Indiana renowned for its distinctive hands-on, real-world educational opportunities, and its commitment to creating positive change in the community and the world. The college offers over 65 undergraduate areas of study; as well as best-in-class graduate programs in nursing, business administration, social work and environmental education. This caring, safe and diverse campus prides itself on providing excellent academic programs that connect arts with sciences, and theory with practice — exposing students to multiple perspectives and encouraging them to think deeply, live creatively and lead purposefully. The college is located in the City of Goshen in the heart of Elkhart County, within several hours of Chicago, Indianapolis and Detroit. Residents of Goshen enjoy a culturally diverse small-town atmosphere with an active arts community, a vibrant and entrepreneurial downtown, the Maple City Greenway network of bicycle paths and affordable housing prices. Learn more at goodofgoshen.com.

Contact HR

Human Resources
Goshen College
1700 S. Main Street
Goshen, IN 46526-4795
E-mail: hr@goshen.edu
Telephone: (574) 535-7111