Financial Analyst - Full-time / Part-time

Reports To Associate Director for Finance & Operations RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Analysis and Management: Work with the Associate Director to: *Develop strategic multi-year financial planning and analysis for revenue, income, and expenditure areas. *Prepare financial forecasts, variance reports and analysis, including custom financial reports for the Director, Managers, and the Dean's Office as requested. *Develop annual budget plans and resource allocation in response to evolving needs and goals. *Act as primary resource for staff in reviewing and consulting on budgets and accounts. Meets regularly with staff to improve their understanding and use of budgeting and forecasting tools. *Works with financial & operations staff to develop or enhance processes and procedures to ensure timely and accurate billing and payments. *Performs other duties as assigned. Administrative, Operations and Project Management: Works with the Associate Director to: *Oversee administrative support for recruitment, hiring, onboarding, payroll and human resource transactions and works closely with Associate Director to promote a high functioning, responsive work environment, *Assists Associate Director with project management as assigned in areas such as technology development and inventory, space planning, organizational planning, and development of strategies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of the organization. *Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS The successful candidate will have a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience that demonstrates in-depth knowledge and understanding of financial planning, fund management, budget tracking and reporting, and administrative systems. Strengths should include a corresponding ability to work closely with staff to improve understanding and involvement in budgeting and financial accountability. S/he must have a proven track record of taking initiative to solve problems leading to improved processes, collaborations, and increased efficiencies in complex funding, accounting and administrative areas, including human resources issues such as hiring, onboarding and supervision, and administrative issues such as managing supply and technology inventories, managing small retail operations, and developing responsive support for resolving challenges. Proven, advanced computer skills particularly with MS Excel. Experience with Oracle Financials, PeopleSoft, Business Objects, FileMaker Pro or relational database preferred. Must be able to successfully manage multiple assignments with changing priorities, possess excellent analytical and project management skills, and ability to handle confidential material with tact and discretion. Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally in writing and verbally. Excellent judgment is essential. Position requires ability to contribute to operational decision-making, and implement and project-manage new initiatives. Demonstrated skill in working successfully with diverse constituents with competing needs is required. Previous supervisory experience required. Experience and enthusiasm for working in a museum or academic arts setting highly preferred. Position requires some weekend and weeknight availability.