Financial Analyst
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 29, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 28, 2026.
Position Summary
Analyze and administer financial activity for the Courant Institute by reviewing transactions across operating, restricted, and endowment accounts; evaluate compliance with University policies and internal control procedures; and prepare financial analyses that support annual budget development and long range planning. Manage journal transfers, budget modifications, and fiscal inquiries while serving as a key liaison to faculty, administrative units, and central University offices to resolve discrepancies and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting.
Qualifications
Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Economics or AccountingRequired Experience: 3+ years of quantitative analysis experience in finance or accounting or equivalent combinationRequired Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Strong analytical and organizational skills. Effective problem solving and multi-tasking skills. Demonstrate strong attention to detail. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Excellent writing, communication and Excel skills. Customer service oriented. The ability to work in a fast past environment. Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Strong understanding of NYU business processes and systems. Advanced Excel skills.
Additional Information
In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $77,000.00 to USD $80,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items. NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.