Financial Management Analyst III, School of Nursing

Duke School of Nursing:

• School of Nursing Established in 1931, Duke University School of Nursing is among the top-ranked nursing schools. The school is proud of its overarching commitment to educating the next generation of nurse leaders and advancing the role of nurses and nursing in the transformation of health care and in the expansion of health equity. The School of Nursing has an inclusive and diverse community that supports the professional goals of its students, faculty, and staff as they pursue excellence. Comprised of 1,600 faculty, staff, instructors, and students, the Duke University School of Nursing, Duke University School of Medicine, and Duke University Health System are a part of Duke Health. The Duke University Health System is a world-class health care network. Founded in 1998 to provide efficient, responsive care, the health system offers a network of health services. It encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Primary Care, Duke Health Integrated Practices, Duke Home and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations

• Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification.

• Duke University Health System has 6000 + registered nurses

• Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle

• Relocation Assistance

Be You.

The School of Nursing is seeking a highly skilled Financial Management Analyst III to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in managing and coordinating a wide range of financial functions that support the School’s mission and strategic goals. You will lead the annual budget process, prepare detailed financial analyses, and provide actionable insights to senior leadership. If you thrive in a data-driven environment and enjoy influencing financial strategies, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Six years of experience in financial management, cost accounting, or a related area.
• OR equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or MBA.
• Expertise in multi-level, complex budgeting processes.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data modeling).
• Experience with Adaptive Insights and SAP.
• Ability to integrate AI into financial reporting.
• Strong analytical and forecasting skills.

Be Bold.

Essential Duties

• Budget Management
• Manage and oversee the School’s annual budget process, including submission, review, and adjustments.
• Plan, develop, and maintain recommendations for adjustments to ensure short and long-term financial needs are met.
• Serve as primary liaison in preparing budget in coordination with management center and university deadlines.
• Prepare annual tuition market analysis and related graphs.
• Prepare personnel-related budget items (including effort distribution) with the Senior Business Manager.
• Maintain records showing chronological audit trail of budget development decision-making and communication.

• Financial Analysis & Reporting
• Prepare regular reports on performance of School against budget and highlight areas of concern.
• Identify areas of financial risk, propose mitigation strategies, and assist with implementation.
• Create, model, and propose financing strategies to improve financial performance.
• Provide financial reconciliation and analytical reporting for tuition revenue and enrollment projections.
• Review monthly reports from Operations Financial Analyst to assure accuracy and provide feedback for improvements.

• Systems & Compliance
• Function as primary administrator and user for all financial systems, providing training and oversight.
• Act as second-level approver for Buy@Duke, CONCUR, and journal vouchers.
• Provide SAP support and training for SON department staff.

• Strategic Planning
• Complete annual faculty salary analysis and ad-hoc analyses related to budget.
• Participate in strategic planning by analyzing program plans and developing financial models and forecasts.
• Act as departmental liaison regarding University policies and budgetary control; represent leadership in meetings.

• Other
• Prepare statistical and financial data for senior management and external agencies.
• Prepare ad hoc analysis as needed.

Choose Duke.

At Duke University School of Nursing, you’ll join a collaborative environment committed to excellence in education, research, and innovation. We are consistently ranked among the top nursing schools in the nation and pride ourselves on fostering a culture of inclusion, discovery, and professional growth. Our faculty and staff work together to advance health equity and improve patient outcomes through cutting-edge research and evidence-based practice. Duke offers a vibrant campus community with access to world-class resources, professional development programs, and networking opportunities.

Anticipated Pay Range:

Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $74,251.00 to USD $139,220.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

Job Code: 00001796 FINANCIAL MGMT ANALYST III
Job Level: 84

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions:

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.