Financial Planning Analyst II

Financial Planning Analyst IIColorado School of Mines is pleased to announce an opportunity for a Financial Planning Analyst II to join our Budget and Financial Planning team. In this role, you'll be responsible for operational forecasting, reporting, and analysis for a select portfolio along with institutional projects as assigned. Additional responsibilities include procedural documentation, implementing the budgeting system, and communicating financial data into high-level summary reports.Attention to Detail – The ability to not only be accurate in producing analyses, but also notice quirks in the information that may warrant further explorationCuriosity – A drive to dig deeper into analyses to determine why things look or function the way they doCustomer Focus – An understanding of constituent needs that allows for the tailoring of information to most effectively serve that specific audienceInnovation/Problem Solving – A focus on leveraging available resources to develop new solutions to long-time or newly identified challengesCollaboration – Awareness of how the individual's work may impact or be supported by other members of the teamThis position may be eligible for hybrid work in Colorado and requires two or more days per week on campus in Golden, Colorado. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position now nor in the future.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, or related field.2 or more years of professional experience in budgeting, financial planning, or closely aligned workAdvanced skill using the Microsoft Office Suite, specifically advanced abilities in Excel and PowerPointExperience in enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, such as Workday and Adaptive PlanningExperience using complex financial, human resources, student, and/or other information systemsExperience working with large complex data sets, such as detailed transactions, employee information, student academic characteristics, and other database fieldsBasic proficiency in data visualization platforms (e.g., Tableau or similar systems).Excellent interpersonal and communication skillsPreferred QualificationsMaster's degree in accounting, business, finance, or related field.Experience in higher education.Experience in financial modeling systems like Adaptive Planning, or similar systemsExperience in data visualization software like Tableau, or similar systemsExperience with higher education budget modeling and financial reporting and higher education fund and cost accountingAdvanced foundational skills to master more complex structures, algorithms, and problem-solving techniquesAdvanced communication skills, display professional presence in meetings and summarize communications at the appropriate level for executive audiences$72,000 - $82,000 anticipated annual salary rateColorado School of Mines offers a robust portfolio of benefits for all employees. For this role, that includes:Flexible health and dental care optionsGenerous sick/vacation time: 11 paid holidays per yearFully vested retirement plan on first day of employment, with generous employer contributionTuition benefits (6 credits per year for employees, 50 percent discount for dependents)Free RTD EcopassAll Mines employees also have access to discount programs through the State of Colorado and free tickets for Mines Athletics home games, as well as access to the state of the art Recreation Center (fitness classes and training, swimming pool and more) and equipment rentals through the Outdoor Rec Center. We are proud to have recently opened an on campus daycare center. For more details about benefits at Mines, visit mines.edu/human-resources/benefits.To apply for this non-classified position, please visit the Financial Planning Analyst II position advertised on the Mines Workday Jobs Page.