Senior Financial Reporting Analyst Job at Old Dominion University (Norfolk)

Senior Financial Reporting Analyst

Old Dominion University

Location:
United States , Norfolk

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

The Senior Financial Reporting Analyst position supports the Office of Finance in financial analysis and reporting. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Finance and University Controller, this role requires strong accounting and finance skills to ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations, identify financial trends, investigate discrepancies, and provide insights that support strategic decision-making and improve overall financial reporting. This position supports financial reporting operations and assists with ensuring a strong internal control framework exists to provide timely and accurate financial reports.

Job Responsibility:

Assist in the development and implementation of financial reporting tools and processes
Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial reporting and analysis
Conduct in-depth analysis of financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement or concern
Assist in the preparation, review and/or analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Collaborate with departments to gather financial data and ensure compliance with reporting standards

Requirements:

Master’s degree in business administration, finance, higher education administration or related field. Or a bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, higher education administration or related field with equivalent work experience to a master’s degree
Expert knowledge of organizational processes, protocols and procedures
Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP, GASB, financial accounting/general ledger experience and their application to fund accounting
Considerable technical knowledge of various Accounting Software, ERP systems
Considerable knowledge of and ability to analyze complex business processes and demonstrated ability to manage projects effectively
Strong accounting and finance skills to ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations, identify financial trends, investigate discrepancies, and provide insights that support strategic decision-making and improve overall financial reporting
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and influence, both verbally and in writing
Demonstrated ability to effectively gain support of and lead stakeholders to a common goal
Demonstrated ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes, focus on priorities, strategies, and vision
Demonstrated ability of collaborating across diverse teams and successfully facilitating projects, demonstrating the ability to incorporate varied input and build consensus to achieve positive outcomes, particularly within financial or operational environments
Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex financial data and communicate findings effectively to provide actionable insights for strategic decision-making
Considerable related work experience, preferably in a university environment
Some prior project management and/or consulting experience with a focus on business process improvement, preferably in technology, finance, higher education

Nice to have:

Considerable previous financial experience in an institution of higher education, Public GASB Ellucian institutions is a plus
Advanced consulting, relationship building, and strategic thinking skills
Advanced analytical, problem-solving, project planning and implementation skills
Advanced strategic thinking and consulting skills in guiding the organization toward workable strategies and solutions
Familiarity with ERP platforms such as Ellucian Banner is a plus

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Job Posted:
February 16, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

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