Financial Analyst I

About Us:

   

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

 

Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Financial Analyst I  

 

At Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK), our mission is to end cancer for life through patient care, research, and education. The Financial Analyst I plays an important role in supporting sound financial decision-making by analyzing data, monitoring performance, and providing insights that help advance MSK’s strategic and operational objectives. 

Role Overview 

• Support the preparation, analysis, and reporting of financial results, budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses. 

• Collect, validate, and analyze financial and operational data from multiple sources to identify trends and key performance indicators. 

• Assist in the development and maintenance of financial models to support business planning and decision-making. 

• Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports for departmental leaders and stakeholders. 

• Monitor expenses, revenues, and budget performance to ensure alignment with organizational goals. 

• Partner with finance team members and operational departments to gather information and resolve financial discrepancies. 

• Contribute to month-end and year-end financial processes, including reconciliations and reporting activities. 

• Support strategic initiatives through financial analysis, data interpretation, and recommendations. 

• Ensure compliance with internal financial policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements. 

Key Qualifications 

• Demonstrated understanding of fundamental financial and accounting principles. 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis functions. 

• Experience working with financial systems, enterprise resource planning (ERP) platforms, or reporting tools is preferred. 

• Strong analytical aptitude with the ability to interpret complex data and communicate findings effectively. 

Core Skills 

• Analytical thinking and attention to detail when evaluating financial information and identifying trends. 

• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present information clearly to various audiences. 

• Organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. 

• Collaboration and relationship-building skills to work effectively across departments and teams. 

• Intellectual curiosity, problem-solving ability, and a continuous improvement mindset to enhance processes and reporting. 

 

Additional Information:  

• Schedule: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST, Monday - Friday 

• Location: Hybrid, 1x a quarter at: 633 Third Avenue, New York, NY 

• Reporting to: Finance Manager 

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Compensation Philosophy  

Benefits 

 

Pay Range: $77,100.00 - $119,400.00 

FSLA Status: Exempt 

Closing:

At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.

MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.  

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