Financial Analyst

The Financial Analyst supports budgeting and financial operations by delivering financial analysis, reporting, and decision support that strengthen effective planning and performance management. This role collaborates with leadership and operational teams to evaluate financial results, assist with budgeting and forecasting processes, and provide clear insights that support informed, responsible financial decision-making. Essential Functions (Principal Duties and Job Responsibilities): Develop, monitor, and maintain departmental and institutional budgets. Perform variance analysis comparing actual results to budget and forecast. Prepare recurring financial reports, dashboards, and summaries for leadership. Assist with annual budget development and mid-year financial projections. Analyze financial performance trends and identify risks or opportunities. Support financial modeling and cost analysis for programs, initiatives, and operational changes. Collaborate with departments to review spending plans and provide budget guidance. Ensure accuracy, consistency, and integrity of financial data Assist with internal and external reporting requirements Partner with department leaders to support financial and operational goals Conduct cost analysis, trend analysis, and ROI evaluations Provide actionable insights to support leadership decision-making Respond to ad hoc financial analysis requests Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting Assist with system implementations, upgrades, and optimizations Support financial compliance with institutional policies and funding requirements. Participate in financial process improvements and documentation of procedures.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information clearly to diverse audiences Proven leadership abilities with experience managing teams and leading strategic initiatives Ability to work collaboratively across division and schools and build strong relationships with internal stakeholders Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Preferred:

Strong proficiency in financial reporting, forecasting Expertise in financial software systems such as WorkDay, Adaptive Planning, or other enterprise resource planning (ERP) system Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI and other financial analysis tools

Education and Experience Required:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or closely related field 2-5 years of experience in budgeting, financial analysis or related financial operations roles Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills Ability to analyze financial data and prepare reports Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Education and Experience Preferred:

Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or other business-related fields or CPA certificate 5-7 years of experience in complex Budgeting and Financial Analysis Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools; strong financial modeling and analytical skills Experience in healthcare, academic medicine, higher education, or corporate finance Experience with ERP systems (Workday, PeopleSoft, Oracle, SAP, etc.) Familiarity with data visualization or BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Meharry Medical College complies with Title IX and is an affirmative action employer. Candidates will be considered for employment without discrimination for an non-merit reason such as race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, handicap or veteran status