Financial Management Analyst II

Duke University:

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

Be You.

At Duke, we value the unique experiences, perspectives, and skills that each team member brings to our community. As a Financial Analyst – Graduate School, you’ll play a key role in supporting graduate education by partnering with academic and administrative leaders to ensure responsible stewardship of financial resources. You’ll join a collaborative environment where your analytical expertise helps students, faculty, and departments thrive.

Be Bold.

You’ll take an active role in shaping financial strategy and decision-making across the Graduate School. This position calls for curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to translate complex financial data into meaningful insights that guide both short- and long-term planning.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare, analyze, and interpret financial statements to ensure accurate charging of tuition, fees, revenues, and expenditures in alignment with Duke and departmental procedures.
• Coordinate the preparation and monitoring of operational and capital budgets, including graduate award budgets at both the departmental and divisional levels.
• Partner with Directors of Graduate Studies Assistants, business managers, and unit leaders to develop, submit, and track graduate award budget requests using Graduate School funding databases.
• Process and reconcile financial transactions using SAP S/4, the General Ledger, and PeopleSoft, ensuring accuracy and compliance with university policies.
• Maintain and reconcile databases related to student funding, payroll, fringe benefits, enrollment, and revenues using tools such as SAP S/4, Microsoft Access, and Excel.
• Analyze graduate student payroll data to monitor expenses, ensure policy compliance, and support enrollment-based reconciliation.
• Support forecasting and financial planning by providing historical data, trend analyses, and written interpretations with actionable recommendations.
• Assist with year-end close activities, including preparation and distribution of projection reports on Graduate School operating funds.
• Contribute to the development of new business proposals through budget preparation and financial projections.
• Perform other related duties that support the financial operations and strategic goals of the Graduate School.

Choose Duke.

Duke offers a dynamic and mission-driven workplace where your work directly supports academic excellence and student success. We provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within one of the nation’s leading research universities.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. CPA is desirable.
• Experience: Three years of experience in financial management, cost accounting, or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Skills:
• Demonstrated expertise in SAP S/4, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Access
• Working knowledge of PeopleSoft preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now and help support the financial foundation of Duke’s graduate education—where bold thinking and careful stewardship come together to make an impact.