Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst

The FP&A Analyst supports university-wide planning by transforming financial data into actionable insights that guide budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making. The role partners with campus stakeholders to create budgets and forecasts, analyze variances, and prepare clear management reporting that informs resource allocation.

• Provide support to management and stakeholders throughout the Budget development process.
• Support the Tuition and Fees planning cycle/process and maintain the tuition and fees master schedule.
• Maintain financial management reporting/dashboards.
• Work with budget managers to monitor financial results throughout the year.
• Respond to the various budget and financial inquiries from across campus.
• Train users on the various financial and budgeting tools.
• Complete necessary accounting and budgeting entries throughout year.
• Complete the annual Endowment draw calculation and serve as the main contact for endowed fund fiscal management.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelors degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Demonstrated experience working in a financial support capacity (Accounting, budget and/or financial analysis).
• Experience working with Data Visualization and financial management tools.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds.
• Ability to sit or remain stationary for extended periods of time.
• Understands and appreciates the Christ centered mission of Samford University.

• Masters degree.
• Data analytics skills.
• Experience with Power BI.