Financial Analyst at Harvard University

Q: What qualifications are required for the Financial Analyst role at HGSE?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience plus at least 3 years of relevant experience . Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial systems are strongly preferred. A cover letter must accompany the resume.

Q: What are the main responsibilities of the Financial Analyst position?

The role focuses on department reporting , budget development, multi-year financial planning, program budgeting, pricing analysis, custom program financial management, and special projects for the $15M PPE portfolio.

Q: Is this a full-time permanent position?

Yes, this is a full-time Staff / Administration role in the Business and Financial Services category at Harvard Graduate School of Education.

Q: Where is the Financial Analyst job located?

The position is based in Cambridge, MA at the Harvard Graduate School of Education.

Q: When does the application close for this Financial Analyst role?

Applications must be submitted by August 7, 2026 . Early applications are encouraged as the posting may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found.

Financial Analyst

Job Description

Independently perform financial analysis to support department’s role in assisting management with financial planning efforts, budget analysis and monthly reporting.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

The Financial Analyst plays a vital role in enabling the Harvard Graduate School of Education (HGSE) to reach thousands of educators annually with the highest-quality professional programs in education (PPE). Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Financial Analyst has primary responsibility for developing, projecting, and reporting on budgets and financial plans, for both the department and its individual programs, representing $15 million revenue.

Department Reporting and Projections: Closely monitor and analyze department operating results, prepare monthly reports and projections, forecast future financial scenarios, identify funding shortfalls and recommend alternative spending plans. Prepare presentations for PPE and GSE leadership teams.
Department Budgeting and Multi-Year Financial Planning: Serve as partner to the Director of Finance and other department leadership in developing annual operating budgets and multi-year financial plan.
Program Budgeting and Analysis: Work closely with Portfolio Directors and unit leaders to develop programs’ operating budgets, project financial outcomes, and analyze and evaluate financial results.
Pricing: Partner with the Portfolio Directors and the Directors of Marketing, Engagement, and Finance to analyze and recommend pricing for open enrollment programs.
Custom Programs: Manage the financials of custom programs including billing, collection, posting G/L transactions, and reporting.
Financial Operations: Collaborate closely with Finance Manager and support financial operations as needed.
Special Projects: Conduct analyses to respond to ad-hoc queries and strategic requests.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required. Minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience. Any candidate wishing to be considered must supply a cover letter in addition to their resume.

Additional Qualifications and Skills: Experience with financial systems and data query tools. Experience using Microsoft Office tools with advanced Excel skills.

Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for the Financial Analyst role at HGSE?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience plus at least 3 years of relevant experience. Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial systems are strongly preferred. A cover letter must accompany the resume.

📊What are the main responsibilities of the Financial Analyst position?

The role focuses on department reporting, budget development, multi-year financial planning, program budgeting, pricing analysis, custom program financial management, and special projects for the $15M PPE portfolio.

💼Is this a full-time permanent position?

Yes, this is a full-time Staff / Administration role in the Business and Financial Services category at Harvard Graduate School of Education.

📍Where is the Financial Analyst job located?

The position is based in Cambridge, MA at the Harvard Graduate School of Education.

📅When does the application close for this Financial Analyst role?

Applications must be submitted by August 7, 2026. Early applications are encouraged as the posting may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found.

Financial Analyst

Harvard University

Cambridge