Financial & Data Analyst

Meharry Medical College

Nashville, Tennessee

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Accounting, Analysis Skills, Automation, Budget Management, Budgeting, Business Administration, Business Case, Business Support, Communication Skills, Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Sets, Data Visualization Tools, Database Report Tools, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Economic Analysis, Executive Assistant Skills , Finance, Finance Software, Financial Analysis, Financial Metrics, Financial Modeling, Financial Operations, Financial Planning, Financial Reporting, Financial Systems, Forecasting, Healthcare, Home Automation, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Nonprofit, Operational Audit, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Oracle, Peoplesoft, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Power BI, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quantitative Analysis, R Programming Language, Reporting Dashboards, Return on Investment (ROI), Risk Analysis, SAP, SQL (Structured Query Language), Spreadsheets, Strategic Planning, Tableau, Trend Analysis, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Nashville, Tennessee

POSTED

5 days ago

The Financial & Data Analyst supports financial reporting and strategic planning by delivering high-level financial and data analysis that informs executive decision-making. This role evaluates financial performance, operational data, and emerging trends, translating complex information into clear, actionable insights. The financial and data analyst partners with leadership to enhance financial outcomes and strategic initiatives while ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and transparency of data across the organization.

Essential Functions (Principal Duties and Job Responsibilities):

Financial Reporting & Analysis

Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, performance drivers, and strategic insights.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for leadership
Develop and maintain financial dashboards, automated reports, and data visualization tools.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics
Support budget development, forecasting, and long-range financial planning
Assist with internal and external reporting requirements

Data Analysis & Visualization

Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets from multiple sources
Develop dashboards, models, and reports to communicate insights clearly
Identify trends, risks, and opportunities using quantitative analysis
Extract, validate, and integrate data from financial systems, ERP platforms, and reporting databases.
Support forecasting models using historical and predictive data analysis.

Strategic & Operational Support

Partner with department leaders to support operational and financial goals
Conduct cost-benefit, ROI, and scenario analyses
Support business cases, grants, contracts, or investment decisions
Provide ad hoc analysis to support leadership initiatives

Systems & Process Improvement

Improve reporting efficiency through automation, data transformation, and system enhancements.
Ensure data integrity, consistency, and governance across financial reporting processes.
Support implementation and optimization of financial systems and tools
Partner with finance, IT, and institutional leadership to translate data into actionable recommendations.
Document processes and maintain analytical models

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Experience working with large datasets and financial data; Advanced spreadsheet and data analysis skills
Experience with reporting or visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms)
Ability to extract and analyze data from financial systems or databases
Strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills
Ability to translate data into actionable insights
Exceptional analytical and financial modeling skills
Strong written communication and presentation skills; comfortable and experienced

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Preferred:

Strong proficiency in SQL, data modeling, or automation tools
Expertise in building dashboards or automated reporting solutions
Strong proficiency in supporting budgeting or financial planning processes, financial reporting, and forecasting
Expertise in financial software systems such as WorkDay, Adaptive Planning, or other enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial analysis tools

Education and Experience Required:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Data Analytics, or related field
3-5 years of experience in financial analysis, data analysis, or related roles
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
Advanced proficiency in Excel; experience with financial modeling
Experience working with large datasets and multiple data sources

Education and Experience Preferred:

Master's degree (MBA, MS Finance, Data Analytics, or similar)
6-10 years of progressively responsible experience in financial modeling and forecasting (scenario analysis, a plus)
Experience in complex organizations (universities, healthcare systems, or large nonprofits)
Proficiency in tools such as Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python, or R
Knowledge of ERP systems (Workday, PeopleSoft, Oracle, SAP, etc.)
Experience supporting executive leadership or strategic planning initiatives

Licensure, Certification or Registration Required:

Licensure, Certification or Registration Preferred:

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