About the Company
The company is one of the nation’s largest and most progressive community college systems, serving more than 200,000 students annually across nine colleges. With an expansive, multi-billion-dollar bond-funded construction and modernization program, they are dedicated to improving educational facilities, strengthening campus infrastructure, and supporting the success and well-being of its diverse student population.
About the Position
The Business Analyst plays a critical role within the company’s Construction & Capital Programs division. As a subject matter expert on departmental systems, system integration, and implementation projects, you will support financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and bond program compliance.
This role requires a highly analytical professional with strong accounting and financial reporting expertise. You will reconcile accounts, prepare reports, resolve discrepancies, manage journal entries, support audits, and ensure financial compliance for construction- and bond-related activities. You will collaborate with internal teams, campuses, vendors, and external auditors to ensure timely and accurate deliverables across month-end, year-end, and project cycles.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Serve as SME for department systems, integrations, and implementation projects
- Reconcile financial accounts and reports; identify and resolve discrepancies
- Interface with district personnel, internal auditors, and external auditors
- Identify errors and develop innovative methods to improve accuracy and timeliness
- Maintain strong internal controls and process efficiency
- Coordinate month-end and year-end activities with stakeholders and campuses
- Support accrual processes and ensure timely closeout
- Prepare routing and approval documentation
- Approve/release invoices according to accounting procedures
- Prepare or review vendor files and payment support documentation
- Support general contractor payment analysis
- Collaborate with accounting and program staff on bond-related matters
- Evaluate financial compliance with bond program requirements
- Complete additional bond-related assignments as directed
Requirements
- 5–10 years of experience in accounting, finance, or related fields
- Bachelor’s degree in Business or related discipline
- Experience with business enterprise systems or accounting software
- Strong analytical skills and experience performing historical trend analysis
- Proven ability to create and interpret monthly financial reports
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to present to all organizational levels
- Bond program experience
- Construction program experience
- Experience with Costpoint and/or Proliance
Benefits
- Competitive compensation aligned with experience and public-sector guidelines
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Participation in state retirement and pension programs
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
- Professional development opportunities within a large, mission-driven public institution