Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

The Manager of Financial Planning Analysis will provide financial and strategic decision support to the business to ensure the achievement of short- and long-term financial goals. Driving financial best practices, the Manager will optimize financial opportunities regarding expense management throughout the organization. In addition, the Manager acts as a support function for the operating plan, forecast process, and management reporting. Other areas of focus will include, Annual Budget, P L Management, Forecasting, Complex Financial Modeling Valuations; requires knowledge of and/or coordination with experts in Accounting and Legal. Essential Functions Management of the annual budget process for the St. George’s University (SGU) departments. Development and maintenance of revenue financial modeling as well as on an ad hoc basis, as needed. Management enhancement of forecasting processes- improve profitability and cash flow by analyzing variances, identifying trends, recommending corrective actions and ensuring expected results are generated. Prepare and oversee operations, overhead and CAPEX reporting, analysis and forecasts. Act as finance business partner to Academic and Operation Leaders at SGU. Provide analytical support for budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning and financial reporting. Develop and maintain recurring management reporting packages; summarizing key trends and relevant analysis. Assist with related special projects and other duties as needed. Essential Knowledge, Skills Abilities Dynamic individual with strong interpersonal, problem-solving and written and oral communication skills needed. Must be able to assume non-routine tasks and take initiative where appropriate and have a strong follow-through on all projects and bring projects to timely completion. Superior analytical and critical thinking skills; detail oriented. Experience with Oracle PBCS (Hyperion) a plus. Strong PC skills, including proficiency in MS Excel Meets specific deadlines sometimes under significant time pressure requiring strong work ethic. Good at multi-tasking and able to reprioritize responsibilities as priorities change. Assertive and comfortable working with people at every level of the organization to achieve results.