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