Financial Analyst III – Neurology

WashU IT

. Manage financial operations for a set of departments, including financial reporting and analysis, budgeting and forecasting, compliance, transaction approval and oversight, and internal controls .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $53,100 - $90,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial operations management, including financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance. Proficient in analyzing variances and preparing detailed financial reports while collaborating effectively with various departments.

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Financial ReportingBudgeting And ForecastingAccountingCertified Public Accountant (CPA)Financial Budgeting

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Hard Skills

Financial Reporting PackagesVariance AnalysisJournal EntriesBudget AdjustmentsFund AccountingFinancial AnalysisTransaction ApprovalInternal ControlsBudget DevelopmentReconciliations

Soft Skills

Group PresentationsCollaborationTrainingProblem SolvingWorking Independently

Tools & Technologies

Administrative Information SystemFinancial Reporting SystemsUniversity Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree In AccountingM.B.A. - Master Of Business AdministrationCertified Public Accountant (CPA)

Industry Keywords

Financial OperationsComplianceBudgetary IssuesDepartmental BudgetTuition Analysis

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage financial operations for a set of departments, including financial reporting and analysis, budgeting and forecasting, compliance, transaction approval and oversight, and internal controls
Prepare financial reporting packages and analyze significant budget and year-over-year variances
Serve as primary financial contact for area directors and department managers
Hold quarterly meetings regarding budgetary issues and initiatives
Prioritize expenditures and identify savings opportunities within annual budgets
Prepare Core report variance explanations with Accounting Services’ school accountant
Create customized departmental reports and maintain knowledge of new applications
Analyze income and expenses, investigate issues, prepare projections and reports, and process journal entries and budget adjustments
Support annual departmental budget development and resolve discrepancies
Prepare budget reporting packages for leadership
Manage departmental budget entry and balancing in school and university systems
Update the Administrative Information System after budget approval
Oversee day-to-day financial transactions and research policy discrepancies
Approve restricted and unrestricted non-payroll financial transactions
Train department personnel on university and school systems, policies, and procedures
Perform document processing as needed
Manage restricted funds, reconciliations, salary budgeting, 1098T information, tuition analysis, and forecasting
Collaborate with University Central Finance Operations, including School Accounting, Financial Aid, Alumni and Development, Gift Accounting, Payroll and Human Resources, Tax, and Accounts Payable

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting
3 years of professional accounting experience
Ability to perform essential functions of the position satisfactorily
Preferred: M.B.A. - Master of Business Administration
Preferred: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certifications
Preferred: 5 years of relevant experience
Preferred skills include Accounting, Financial Budgeting, Financial Reporting Systems, Fund Accounting, Group Presentations, Project Administration, and Working Independently

Benefits

Comp & perks

Up to 22 days of vacation
10 recognized holidays
Sick time
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance
Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees
Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, with university contributions starting at 7%
Wellness challenges
Annual health screenings
Mental health resources
Mindfulness programs and courses
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Financial resources
Access to dietitians
4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child
Family care resources for continued childcare needs
Adult care resources
Tuition coverage for employees and family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years