Senior Financial Analyst

Senior Financial AnalystThe Budget Office at the State University of New York (SUNY) Oneonta seeks a Senior Financial Analyst to serve as a senior analytical resource within the Budget Office. Reporting to the Director of University Budget & Financial Planning, the position plays a key role in supporting the University's financial operations, planning efforts, and process improvement initiatives through data-driven analysis and strategic decision support.The successful candidate will provide advanced financial analysis and decision-support services to University leadership and will be responsible for monitoring and analyzing budget activity across all University funds. This position independently identifies financial trends, investigates discrepancies, develops recommendations, and supports institutional planning, resource allocation, and long-term fiscal sustainability. The incumbent will also lead and support process improvement initiatives, workflow enhancements, and reporting solutions that increase operational efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and reduce duplicate data entry.Salary: $65,000- $75,000 - commensurate with experience. SUNY Oneonta is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer. Information on SUNY's comprehensive benefits offerings can be found at Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.Minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in budgeting, budget development, forecasting, financial reporting, budget control, financial modeling, analytical decision support, financial analysis, financial planning, accounting, or related financial administration functions.Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial information and communicate findings effectively to both financial and non-financial audiences.Additional Information:SUNY Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully. The university is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the 20 Most Picturesque Small Towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture. The university's indeed.com rating is 4.4, with one recent review noting that the people are what make SUNY Oneonta so special.SUNY Oneonta values a diverse university community. Please visit our website on diversity at: Moreover, the University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.