Financial Analyst

Salary: $68,199.00 Annually
Location : Main Campus, 6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA
Job Type: Full-Time Board-Approved
Job Number: 03000
Division: Financial Operations
Department: Finance
Opening Date: 09/03/2026


JOB GOAL:
To advance the college's mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

The Financial Analyst will assist with college-wide budgeting, resource allocation, and financial analysis. The position assists with a portfolio of Federal, State of Iowa, and private grants along with State of Iowa Tax Credit programs. Under general supervision, the Financial Analyst performs a variety of financial and accounting duties to support accurate reporting, compliance, and effective decision-making. This position assists in monitoring financial processes and ensuring information is timely and accurate.
The typical work schedule will be Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm.

UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence.
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions.
• Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment.
• Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success.
• Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with the preparation and analysis of financial statements, budget variance, and other financial reports.
• Support efforts to improve financial procedures and use of resources; help implement established processes
• Assist in documenting policies, procedures and workflow for assigned areas of responsibility
• Provide professional communications with internal and external customers.
• Provide information to management by assembling and summarizing data; preparing reports; and may include making presentations of findings, analyses, and recommendations.
• Maintain compliance with applicable college, state, and federal policies and regulations, while maintaining appropriate internal control safeguards.
• Support the annual budget process, including participating in training sessions with budget officers.
• Provide assistance for the external audit of the college and related entities.
• Perform other related work duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

• Have the presence, intelligence, demeanor, and verbal and written communication skills necessary to effectively interact at all levels within and external to Kirkwood Community College.
• Ability to analyze data and solve complex problems.
• Ability to train individuals on budgeting and financial reporting as related to the position.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Must possess excellent organizational skills, including the ability to plan, establish priorities, and handle multiple tasks and projects.
• Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WITH/WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
Position involves working in an office setting. Occasional (10-33%) standing, pushing, pulling and grasping. Frequent (34-66%) reaching and viewing a computer and other types of close visual work. Constant (67-100%) sitting, walking, repetitive motion, talking and hearing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting or related field.
• 1-3 years related experience.
• Experience with PC's and related software.
• Advanced knowledge of financial and accounting principles and procedures.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS :

• Prior experience with Datatel Colleague system.
• Prior experience with OEPI funds.
• Prior experience with Colleague.

EEO/AA STATEMENT: It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness (employees) or the Vice President of Student Services (students), 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, View phone number on click.appcast.io,, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: View phone number on click.appcast.io FAX: View phone number on click.appcast.io, TDD View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: .

WHY KIRKWOOD: Kirkwood Community College prides itself on fostering a diverse workforce and values unique perspectives throughout its campus community. The college is a convenient, innovative, visionary educational leader striving to remain affordable and accessible. With more than 140 majors and programs, Kirkwood boasts 16,000 annual college-credit students while maintaining one of the lowest tuitions in the state. All degree-seeking students are eligible for federal financial aid and the college offers more than $3 million in scholarships each year to students from all walks of life.

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Kirkwood offers a wide range of employee benefits. Read more about them !
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Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in accounting or related field with 1-3 years related experience?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience with PC's and related software, advanced knowledge of financial and accounting principles and procedures, and demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite?

• Yes
• No

Required Question