Senior Analyst, Forecasting

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

Lone Star College-System Office

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.

LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

Lone Star College-System Office employees are based at one of two System Office locations; The Woodlands and University Park. Both are the site for multiple administrative departments and system-wide training programs.

Location address is 5000 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77381.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The Senior Analyst, Forecasting will be responsible for developing and managing comprehensive forecasting models and providing strategic financial insights to support decision-making to management, to meet their specific needs to make informed recommendations and decisions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Participates in the annual budget planning process, providing forecast information and support
2. Develops and maintains financial forecasting models that require advanced or specialized knowledge, to predict business performance, including revenue, expenses, and other key financial metrics
3. Collects and aggregates data from different enterprise modules and sources
4. Performs detailed data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and insights that inform long-term planning and short-term operational decisions where a mix of standard procedures and fact finding initiative is required
5. Creates and updates reports, dashboards, and presentations to communicate forecast results to management
6. Collaborates with various departments (including AIR, HR, Accounting, and Payroll) to gather data and ensure the accuracy and relevance of forecasting assumptions
7. Monitors and assesses the accuracy of forecasted results against actual performance, recommending adjustments to improve forecasting accuracy
8. Provides guidance and technical leadership to others in providing financial insights and recommendations for improving performance, reducing costs, and optimizing resources
9. Acts as a Subject matter expert in the design and data collection implementation processes used in systems to improve forecasting efficiency and reliability
10. Continuously evaluates and improves forecasting methodologies and tools to ensure best practices are utilized
11. Responsible for other reasonable related duties, as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Advance knowledge of common Microsoft Office tools: Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to establish priorities
• Ability to effectively strategize and work on multiple tasks with overlapping timeframes
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Excellent communications skills
• Self-motivated, positive attitude, mature personality, and team oriented
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong work ethic
• Ability to be flexible and adjust to changing needs

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree

Hiring salary range is $72,821-$83,745

Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.

Your resume should provide a complete picture of your work experience. The resume should include the following information for each position listed:

1. Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
2. If the position was full time or part time
3. If the position was paid or unpaid
4. Level of degree completed including date earned.
5. Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree

Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.

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