Financial Analyst (71101)

Financial Analyst (71101)

Salary: $93,000.00 - $104,000.00 Annually

Location: NY, NY

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 202500299

Department: VP Finance & Admin

Closing: 5/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

About Pratt

Pratt Institute provides the creative leaders of tomorrow the professional knowledge and experience to make a better world. A world-class and internationally ranked college with programs in art, design, architecture, liberal arts and sciences, and information studies, Pratt offers nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

The Institute's impact expands beyond its 25-acre residential campus in Brooklyn to cutting-edge facilities throughout the borough, a landmark building and public gallery in Manhattan, as well as an extension campus, Pratt Munson College of Art and Design in Utica, New York.

On Governors

Island, Pratt is a core partner on the Stony Brook University team selected to develop the New York Climate Exchange, a research and educational hub poised to establish New York City as the global leader for the most pressing issue of our time: climate change. Another extension of Pratt's campus is the Research Yard, a 20,000-square-foot facility that brings together the research activities of Pratt Institute under one roof in the Brooklyn Navy Yard (BNY).

Since our founding in 1887, Pratt has upheld the belief that education should be accessible to all who wish to learn. As a community, we define ourselves as standard setters who are:

• Resourceful and collaborative problem solvers,

• Socially responsible and equity-centered creatives,

• Adaptable and resilient global stewards,

• Inquisitive and compassionate community members.

Description

Job Summary

Reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Administration in the Finance division, the Financial Analyst plays a critical role in maintaining the financial health of the Institution by performing data-driven analysis and generating comprehensive financial and other reports, which support effective resource allocation.

This role supports senior leadership by providing key insights into financial performance, managing institutional funds efficiently, and ensuring timely and accurate compliance reporting.

Examples of Duties

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Statement Preparation & Analysis: Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets and cash flow reports. Conduct variance analysis and trend reviews to assess the institution's fiscal status.

• Budgeting & Forecasting: Proactively monitor departmental expenditures to identify emerging cost trends or performance risks that could negatively impact annual financial performance. Utilize these insights to inform the development of accurate multi-year financial projections.

• Financial Modeling: Build and maintain sophisticated financial models to support long-term capital planning, debt management, and investment strategies (e.g., endowments).

• Strategic Reporting: Develop dashboards and visual presentations using tools like Tableau to communicate financial insights to non-financial stakeholders.

• Audit Support: Assist with year-end audits by preparing schedules and collaborating with external auditors.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field is required.

• Experience: 6-8 years of experience in financial analysis or accounting; experience in a higher education or non-profit environment is preferred.

• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, modeling); experience with ERP systems (Colleague), SAP Business Objects, and BI data visualization tools.

• Soft Skills: Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to explain complex financial data to diverse audiences.

For consideration please submit a cover letter and resume, and be prepared to provide three references if you are moved forward in the interview process.

This role requires being fully onsite. No relocation or work sponsorship will be provided.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed,