Summary

The Margaret M. and Albert B. Alkek Department of Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine is seeking an experienced Financial Analyst to lead financial analysis, forecasting and reporting under the direction of the Senior Manager for Financial Operations. The Financial Analyst also assists in the development of the annual operating budget for the department as well as developing financial dashboards and reporting for key internal stakeholders. This position utilizes Microsoft Excel heavily; therefore extensive experience is required. The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing is imperative.

This position is eligible to work a hybrid work arrangement within the Greater Houston, TX area.

Current BCM employees who are eligible to transfer are encouraged to apply. 

Job Duties

• Develops, prepares, analyzes and/or reviews reports summarizing financial activity and communicates with leadership, faculty, and staff on the performance of research grants, clinical revenues, philanthropic gifts, and other funded projects.
• Reviews and approves financial transactions and entries, including shopping carts, travel requests, and financial transactions involving assigned accounts to ensure the proper allocation of expenses following BCM policy and sponsor guidelines. 
• Assists with the annual budget which includes accounting for cost and effort for faculty and staff on assigned grants and applicable expenses for other budgeted categories.
• Provides training for other staff and ensures entries and transactions are completed appropriately.
• Assists with post-award grants management as needed.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related field.
• Two years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field (MBA or MHA or equivalent).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel experience.
• Experience with SAP S4 Hana, Microsoft Power BI, and other financial tools. 
• Experience in an academic, healthcare, and/or research organization.

Other

• Candidates will need to pass an Excel proficiency test, submit samples of prior work such as PowerPoints and reports.
• Candidates will need to submit a writing sample.