Senior Financial Analyst

New York University Tisch School of the Arts

. Serve as a lead analyst on assigned balance sheet and statement of activities accounts .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesSenior💰 $90,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in accounting and finance with a strong focus on analysis, reconciliation, and process improvement. Proficient in managing complex bank accounts and ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Accounting Or Finance3+ Years Experience In Audit, Analysis, And ReconciliationAdvanced Knowledge Of ExcelStrong Understanding Of Generally Accepted Accounting PrinciplesCPA Preferred

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Hard Skills

Journal Entry RecordingProcess AnalysisReconciliation Of Working CapitalIntercompany Transactions ManagementProblem-SolvingProcess Improvement Identification

Soft Skills

Excellent Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsStrong Interpersonal AbilitiesEffective Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

PeopleSoftFameWorkday Financials

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAMaster's Degree In Accounting Or Finance Preferred

Industry Keywords

Balance SheetStatement Of ActivitiesBanking Transactions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a lead analyst on assigned balance sheet and statement of activities accounts
Record journal entries
Analyze, reconcile, and document processes in runbooks
Oversee reconciliation of working capital
Liaise between NYU's real estate portfolio and accounting to ensure proper recording and reconciliation
Act as point person for intercompany processes and transactions
Identify process improvement projects and propose solutions
Provide ongoing assistance to internal and external customers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
3+ years relevant experience with audit, analysis and reconciliation of large, complex bank accounts, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
Strong interpersonal abilities and ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels
Ability to analyze problems, implement effective management solutions, and establish priorities
Advanced knowledge of Excel spreadsheet and database software
Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles as they apply to banking transactions
Familiarity with PeopleSoft, Fame, or Workday financials preferred
Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
CPA preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Mostly remote work: remote more than 60% of time
NYU green initiatives and carbon-neutral commitment