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Pennsylvania State University

Finance Planning Analyst - College of Education

🇺🇸 Hybrid - University Park, PA 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $46K - $67K 💻 Finance 🗓️ March 26th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

The Pennsylvania State University is hiring a Finance Planning Analyst to support financial operations for the College of Education. This role involves overseeing budget and fiscal matters, advising departments on budget management and financial controls, coordinating training, and implementing procedures to ensure efficient financial operations across the College.

Highlights
  • Advise departments on budget management, financial controls, and university policies.
  • Reconcile and manage ledger and clearing accounts; resolve discrepancies.
  • Compile data for analysis and forecasting; generate reports for business areas.
  • Provide formal and informal budget-related training across departments.
  • Maintain business area controls by managing authorizations and role assignments.
  • Review and approve financial documents, transactions, and business expenses.
  • Assign budget sources to expenditures to monitor spending on special budgets.
  • Analyze funding sources to ensure proper spending and billing practices.
  • Perform audit functions and assist with annual salary increases and operating budget preparation.
  • Prepare financial summaries and specialized reports for presentations.
  • Requires a Bachelor's degree; no prior relevant experience required but acceptable.
  • Must pass background and credit history checks due to fiduciary responsibilities.
  • Offers hybrid flexible work arrangement with combined remote and on-campus work.
  • Salary range from $46,400 to $67,300 with comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, and a 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members.
  • Position supports the College of Education within the Office of Budget and Finance.

Finance Planning Analyst - College of Education Full Description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:


Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants. 
 
POSITION SPECIFICS​
The Pennsylvania State University Office of Budget and Finance invites applications for the position of a Finance Planning Analyst to support financial operations of the College of Education.

The Finance Planning Analyst will support the Strategic Finance Partner in providing oversight of budget and fiscal matters within the College. Responsibilities include advising departments on budget management, financial controls, and policy and procedure; providing and/or coordinating training for employees working with unit budgets; establishing, documenting, and implementing processes, procedures, systems, and standards for the efficient operation of the office and across the College.  

Additional responsibilities include:
  • Reconciliation and management of ledger and clearing accounts for business areas; make adjustments as needed and resolve problems
  • Compile data for analysis and forecasting purposes; run reports as needed for business areas
  • Provide both formal and informal training across business areas
  • Maintain controls for business areas; manage authorizations; assign roles as needed
  • Provide review and approval of financial documents, transactions, etc.
  • Assign budget sources for expenditures to ensure visibility of spend on special budgets
  • Analyze and verify funding sources to ensure appropriate spending and billing practices
  • Prepare forecasts and analysis of trends in general business conditions and other related areas
  • Responsible for performing assigned audit functions; assist with annual processes for business areas, including annual salary increase and initial operating budget preparation
  • Review and approve business expenses and ensure compliance with university policies
  • Prepare financial summaries and any other specialized reports for presentations

This position offers a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on-campus work. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process. 
 
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor's DegreeNo prior relevant work experience required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience 
acceptedRequired Certifications:None
 
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Due to the financial and fiduciary responsibilities of this position, successful completion of a credit history check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

 Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
 
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $46,400.00 - $67,300.00.
 
Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure
 
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.
 

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