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What is Harvard University Central Administration?
Harvard University's Central Administration (CADM) is a 5,000+ employee organization that supports the university's overall excellence by understanding and serving the needs of its schools, students, faculty, staff, alumni, and surrounding communities. Through dynamic and collaborative partnerships, CADM provides high-quality and efficient services to the schools to help them achieve their goals.
Job Description
Financial Administration (FAD) is dedicated to advancing Harvard University’s teaching and research mission by stewarding its resources; providing support, guidance, and consultation; ensuring compliance with university and federal guidelines; mitigating risk; pursuing operational excellence; and promoting the financial health of the University.
Although the position will remain posted until filled, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by the end of the day on Wednesday, October 8th.
Job Summary: Facilitate diverse financial analysis for a school/unit and assist department management with their financial planning efforts, budget analysis and monthly reporting.
By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.
Job-Specific Responsibilities:
The Senior Capital Analyst is a key member of Harvard’s Capital Planning and Project Services (CAPS) team, responsible for providing financial analysis, forecasting, reporting, and strategic support for capital planning and project approvals across the University. The CAPS team sits within central financial administration and this role serves as a critical liaison between central finance and the University’s Schools and business units, ensuring accurate and timely analysis of capital expenditures and forecasts.
The Senior CAPS Analyst works independently to manage complex workflows and advance institutional priorities through consultative support to Schools and Units. This position requires a strong understanding of financial management and capital project planning with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an organization.
The Senior Analyst plays a key role in coordinating with facilities and financial stakeholders, supporting university governance committees, and ensuring CAPS systems and tools are effectively leveraged. The position contributes to the advancement of capital planning practices and promotes consistency, usability, and compliance across the university.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
- Provide financial analysis and capital planning support to Schools and Units as part of CAPS’ oversight function.
- Foster relationships and provide consultative support to assigned Schools and Units regarding capital planning and project approvals
- Support the University Construction Management Council (UCMC), Capital Project Review Committee (CPRC), and related subcommittees in advancing construction best practices.
- Generate reports and dashboards to support capital planning reviews and respond to ad hoc data requests.
- Provide training and user support for CAPS systems
- Participate in the testing, enhancement, and continuous improvement of CAPS systems and processes.
- Perform other special projects and ad hoc duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Work is performed in an office setting
More about FAD:
Within and across the University, we aim to be exemplary colleagues, trusted partners, valued advisors, and agents of positive change.
Within our own community, we aspire to:
- Engage with respect, honesty, and integrity
- Cultivate equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging
- Welcome innovation, collaboration, and flexibility
- Enjoy our work, grow professionally, and aim for the extraordinary
Learn more about Financial Administration (harvard.edu) and our eight reporting units. (https://finance.harvard.edu/)
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications are the minimum threshold a candidate must meet in order to be considered for this role
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
- Minimum of 7 years’ relevant work experience (advanced degree may be considered towards experience).
The following qualifications are strongly preferred. If you meet some, but not all, you are still encouraged to apply; we value employees with a willingness to learn.
Additional Qualifications and Skills:
- Strong understanding of construction concepts and capital project planning and management, including terminology, budgeting, and lifecycle stages
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and manage complex processes
- Proven ability to build strong relationships with people at all levels of the organization
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information to non-technical audiences
- Demonstrated experience working with large datasets and financial systems
- Advanced proficiency in Excel; familiarity with reporting tools and financial planning systems
- Demonstrated ability to stay organized, adaptable, and effective while managing multiple complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
- MBA (or other relevant professional/graduate degree) a plus
- Experience in higher education or large, decentralized institutions
Familiarity with real estate development, facilities or capital planning, or the management of large-scale institutional projects - Knowledge of financial compliance and audit best practices
Additional Information
- Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week (in-office days are Tuesday and Wednesday. Additional in-office days may be required based upon department needs).
- Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
- Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education
- Other Information:
- Please provide a cover letter and resume as one document with your application.
- This position has a 90-day orientation and review period.
- Candidates selected for further consideration may be required to submit additional materials and/or complete assessments or presentations as part of the hiring process.
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Work Format Details
This is a position that is based at a Harvard campus location with some remote work options available. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
Salary Grade and Ranges
This position is salary grade level 058. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.
Benefits
Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:
- Generous paid time off including parental leave
- Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
- Retirement plans with university contributions
- Wellbeing and mental health resources
- Support for families and caregivers
- Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
- Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks
Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement
Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.
Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university's non-discrimination policy. Harvard's equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.