Location: New Haven, CT
Cap-Exempt H-1B Position — No lottery required
Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community, eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative, or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Discover your opportunities at Yale! **Overview** The Financial Analyst is responsible for providing financial information through analysis and reporting, identifying risks and trends to enable informed decision-making by unit and/or University leadership. This role involves recommending improvements to systems, methods, practices, policies, and procedures through comprehensive information review. The Financial Analyst collaborates with various departments to perform high-level financial analyses, support budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes, and ensure compliance with university policies and procedures. **Required Skills and Abilities** 1. Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to adapt communication styles to meet the needs of individuals at all levels within the university. 2. Strong attention to detail, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to create new and complex reports for tracking, analysis, and communication of financial information. 3. Demonstrated ability to prioritize, manage time effectively, and handle multiple tasks and deadlines. Proficiency in working independently and within a team setting. 4. Proven proficiency in accounting principles and practices, with a thorough working knowledge of financial systems and reporting tools. 5. Commitment to an inclusive workplace with the ability to engage diverse audiences. Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and teamwork skills. **Preferred Skills and Abilities** 1. Prior Yale business office-related or higher education experience, with a strong preference for experience with Workday Financials and HCM, YBT, Power BI, and Excel Pivot Tables