67455BRAuto req ID:67455BRJob Code:F0957P Financial Analyst III Department Office Location:USA - MA - Boston Business Title:Financial AnalystSub-Unit:------------ Salary Grade (https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges#ranges) :057Time Status:Full-time Union:00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary Additional Qualifications and Skills:Other Required Qualifications:

• MBA preferred

• Higher education background

• Strong computer skills - Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, advanced Excel, PowerPoint and Tableau skills

• Advanced knowledge of financial analysis and financial modeling

• Experience with financial systems and data query tools

• Excellent analytic, written and verbal communication skills

• Unquestionable integrity. The incumbent will have access to sensitive information and discretion will be imperative.

• Must be well organized, flexible and able to manage multiple, challenging projects simultaneously in a fast¬paced work setting.

• Must have an ability to learn quickly, to initiate action, and an eagerness to grow.

• Applicant should also have a collaborative working style with excellent consultative and problem solving skills.

• Must have ability to build strong relationships with people at all levels of the organization.

Department:Financial OfficePre-Employment Screening:Credit, Criminal, Education, IdentityJob Function:Finance, General AdministrationSchool/Unit:Harvard Business School EEO Statement:We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required

• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience

Position Description:Job Summary: Manage a variety of financial analysis activities to support financial planning efforts, budget analyses and reporting.

Position Description: Independently perform diverse financial analysis for a school/unit and assist department management with their financial planning efforts, budget analysis and monthly reporting.

Job-Specific Responsibilities: Does the thought of working in higher education at an institution whose mission it is to educate leaders that make a difference in the world excite you? The Financial Office at Harvard Business School has an opportunity for a talented financial professional to provide comprehensive and detailed analyses across a broad portfolio of educational experiences.

The Financial Analyst is a member of the Financial Planning and Analysis team within the Office of Finance at Harvard Business School, a $1B+ institution. The incumbent will support financial planning and analysis across the departments and serve as project manager for various initiatives across the school. In addition, will be responsible for developing financial models, preparing analyses, and supporting the annual budget process. Projects could include lease vs buy options, gift and endowment assessment exploration, revenue dashboard analysis, customer acquisition cost comparisons across our revenue units, marketing spend benchmarking and carbon offsets to reduce emissions.

Reporting to the Director of Financial Planning and Analysis, the Financial Analyst will support efforts to improve financial processes, evaluate existing systems, and implement process improvement initiatives. The incumbent will perform other ad-hoc projects in support of decision-making requested by the CFO and senior leadership. The Financial Analyst will also be able to use data visualization techniques to present to senior management to guide informed decision-making. Duties also include consulting with departments and project stakeholders on critical strategic/financial questions that require thoughtful problem-structuring and analytic capability. Will also assist with quarterly flux reporting, year-end journals and analysis, quarterly forecasts, tuition and enrollment deliverables (TEFA), multiyear financial planning and capital budgeting.

This role is responsible for other duties as assigned.Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging:Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.Benefits:We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.

• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.

• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.

• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.

• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.

• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.

• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.

• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.

• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

Work Format:Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote) LinkedIn Recruiter Tag (for internal use only):#LI-MM1About Us:Founded in 1908 as part of Harvard University, Harvard Business School is located on a 40-acre campus in Boston. Its faculty of more than 250 offers full-time programs leading to the MBA and PhD degrees, as well as more than 175 Executive Education programs, and Harvard Business School Online, the School’s digital learning platform. For more than a century, faculty have drawn on their research, their experience in working with organizations worldwide, and their passion for teaching, to educate leaders who make a difference in the world. The School and its curriculum attract the boldest thinkers and the most collaborative learners who will go on to shape the practice of business and entrepreneurship around the globe.