Job Description
Discover Your Future with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University!
Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace
With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space.
Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!
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Generous Time Off: Relax with 15 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
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Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health—because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you!
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Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
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Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University recognizes the value of diversity and is dedicated to fostering a positive climate in which all students, faculty, and staff are encouraged in their professional, social, and intellectual pursuits. Embry-Riddle is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and affirmative action for qualified individuals. The University does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Opportunity:
Join the Aviation and Aerospace vanguard!
Step into a dynamic role with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, where innovation meets opportunity. Be part of a leading institution that’s at the forefront of aviation, aerospace, and STEM education. We offer an exciting environment, cutting-edge projects, and the chance to influence tomorrow. Ready to make a difference? Take flight with Embry-Riddle and explore this diverse career opportunity today.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is seeking a skilled, self-driven individual to join the Daytona Beach Business & Budget Services Department as a Financial Analyst. This person will serve as the primary financial support to two colleges at the Daytona Beach Campus.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Works directly with the college Deans on all financial matters relating to the college
- Works with the Chief Business Officer and the Daytona Beach Business/Budget Services department in forecasting and analyzing college budgets. Provides a monthly update of financial activity and re-forecasting annual performance
- Coordinate with the Dean and Department Chairs on capital planning and managing the current year capital budget
- Coordinate with the Dean, Department Chairs and administrative support on the operational budget
- Coordinating with Philanthropy, managing the donor sponsored accounts for the college
- Assist the Dean in financial planning on all curriculum changes and degree program proposals
- Serve as a primary point of contact with department chairs and HR on all faculty and staff hiring
- Coordinate with Accounts Payable, Office of Sponsored Research and the Budget Office as needed to quickly solve problems
- Advise on policy and procedures - consult with Financial Analyst and/or Chief Business Officer for resolution
- Support university and college initiatives and/or special projects as requested; and
- Serving as a backup for other business processes and acting as delegate or proxy as needed.
The right individual for this role has a passion for excellence, great attention to detail and a proven ability to develop relationships across the University. The Daytona Beach Business & Budget Services Department is committed to providing exceptional service to the campus communities while maintaining sound financial decisions that support the University's strategic priorities.
Qualifications
Required Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or Economics
- 3-5 years, higher education experience preferred
Required Skills, Knowledge, abilities:
- Problem solving and organizational skills
- Superior attention to detail
- Strategic thinking and decision-making skills
- Ability to multitask and meet constant deadlines
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts
- Excellent time management
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Ability to demonstrate a high degree of confidentiality and discretion
- Works well with and supports other people in the accomplishment of business goals
The Financial Analyst must conduct him/herself with the highest integrity and in a professional, positive, respectful, service-oriented manner at all times while serving in this position.
Additional Requirements: Please ensure you include a cover letter upon submission of application.
Top Skills
What We Do
Embry‑Riddle has been at the forefront of ground-breaking aeronautical milestones since the early days of flight as the world's largest and most respected university specializing in aviation and aerospace. With over 155,000 graduates around the globe, Embry‑Riddle is leading the future – and changing it.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is a nonprofit, independent institution offering degree programs at our residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, as well as online through our award-winning Worldwide Campus.
Programs at Embry-Riddle cover the various fields within applied science, aviation, business, computers & technology, engineering, security, intelligence & safety and space. The University engages in extensive research that aims to address the unique needs of the future of these industries – thanks to cutting-edge labs and facilities, expert faculty and a dedicated student body.
All academic programs at Embry-Riddle are approved for veterans' educational benefits and are accompanied by personalized academic advisement.
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
Arizona: [email protected] // 800-888-3728
Florida: [email protected] // 800-862-2416
Worldwide: [email protected] // 800-522-6787
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