"Financial Analyst III"

Job Summary

We welcome applications for a Financial Analyst! This is senior level of professional analyst work. Duties include research, selection, and compilation of financial data from multiple sources, such as production, accounting, vendors and subsequent analysis of that data to produce business information used to support decisions. Data is often difficult to obtain and may be diluted with unnecessary data points. Identifies questionable data and may then direct others in verifying the accuracy of data. Provides and presents executive summary of data results in a simplified understandable outline. Work assignments are of the greatest difficulty and have the largest financial impact. Provides work leadership and direction to other professional and clerical staff with respect to project approach and identification of project tasks. Decisions may impact the effectiveness and efficiency of administrative and business processes.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

Founded a decade before NASA, the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) at the University of Colorado Boulder is revolutionizing human understanding of the cosmos. LASP is deeply committed to inspiring and educating the next generation of space explorers. From enabling the first exploratory rocket measurements of Earth’s upper atmosphere to trailblazing observations of every planet in the solar system, LASP is at the forefront of solar, planetary and space physics research, space-weather monitoring, and the search for evidence of habitable worlds.

LASP advances scientific discovery and inspires the next generation through research, innovation, and education in space sciences. We employ over 700 scientists, engineers, support personnel, and students that work closely to cultivate creative ideas and explore novel solutions to make the impossible possible.

LASP is dedicated to building and maintaining a unique synergism of expertise in space science, engineering, and spacecraft operations. Through research projects, LASP participates actively in the training of the future leaders of space research and helps the University of Colorado to educate students with valued technical and scientific skills. Development and use of innovative technologies and continuing participation in new research initiatives ensures a strong leadership role for LASP into the future. LASP is proud of our work environment that supports employee creativity and productivity and offers opportunities for a broad range of experiences. Further information about LASP can be found here: https://lasp.colorado.edu/home/

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Performs work of varied and considerable difficulty requiring advanced data collection, analysis, forecasting, and compiling and writing reports.
• Functions as the Financial Program Analyst for multi-year projects. This includes working closely with Engineering Management, Principal Investigators and other project stakeholders to provide financial data analysis, track costs and to advise on financial matters.
• Reviews research grants and/or contracts to ensure project compliance with reporting requirements and identify issues as necessary.
• Applies knowledge of accounting principles, auditing standards, budgeting principles, auditing standards, budgeting practices, public administration, and/or legal and regulatory compliance.
• Interacts frequently with program managers, functional managers, and directors requiring a high level of communication skills to analyze or resolve issues.
• Develops, interprets, and/or evaluates compliance with policies and procedures.
• May support internal operations in a Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) capacity.
• May impact policy and budget decisions at the department and lab levels.
• Works independently or as a team member within existing guidelines and policies.
• Provides peer assistance in specialty area or serves as a leader for a team or small work unit.
• Exercises considerable discretion and judgement in making recommendations related to the allocation of funds, expenditures and capital investments.
• May conduct special financial and business-related studies and cooperate with other departments in the preparation of analyses
• Consults with program management on the benefits and impacts of critical decisions.
• Other duties as assigned are to facilitate continuity within research programs at LASP.

What You Should Know

• Hybrid schedule: 3 days a week, 9 to 3 core hours.
• Potential contact with Export Controlled information.
• Due to requirements to access export-controlled data and information, only U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or other protected individuals may apply.

What We Can Offer

$98,500.00 - $105,000.00.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

• Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent, with 6 to 9+ years of experience or a Master of Business Administration and 4 to 7+ years of experience.
• Understands the federal, state, and university guiding principles.
• Demonstrated ability to research, investigate, analyze, reconcile, and evaluate data.
• Able to generate financial statement reports for internal and external customers.
• Effective decision-making and accurate analysis of program use of time, money, and resources.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize while under pressure.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. Resume or CV.
2. Cover Letter.

If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources department using an approved online vendor. If your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit a translated version as an optional attachment.

Please apply by 9/23/25 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.