Entry-Level Financial Analyst

Entry-Level Financial Analyst
Fresno, CA | Full-Time | On-Site

Immediate Hiring Need
$45,000 -52,000


A respected educational institution in Fresno is seeking an Entry-Level Financial Analyst to join its finance team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to build a career in financial planning, budgeting, and analysis within a stable and mission-driven organization.


The ideal candidate will be analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to develop their skills in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and accounting operations.
Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to launch and grow your finance career in a supportive environment.
• Hands-on exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Collaborative team culture focused on professional development.
• Meaningful work that directly supports educational excellence and student success.
• Stable organization with long-term growth opportunities.

• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of the institution's annual operating budget.
• Support financial forecasting and long-range planning initiatives.
• Analyze budget-to-actual results and prepare variance reports.
• Generate ad hoc financial reports and provide analytical support to leadership and department managers.
• Prepare and post journal entries while ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.
• Serve as a backup resource for Accounts Payable functions as needed.
• Support the implementation and ongoing development of FP&A processes and reporting tools.
• Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives.

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 0-2 years of accounting, finance, budgeting, or analytical experience.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis concepts.

• Internship or practical experience in accounting, finance, budgeting, or financial reporting.
• Exposure to ERP systems, accounting software, or financial reporting tools.
• Experience working with large datasets and preparing financial analyses.
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