Wu Tsai Institute

Compensation

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Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community- eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Discover your opportunities at Yale! Salary Range $86,300.00 - $129,425.00 Overview This position is part of the Financial Systems & Solutions (FSS) team, supporting the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) function and related budgeting and planning systems. The role primarily supports the Yale Budget Tool (YBT) and will work closely with FP&A to ensure the system continues to meet the evolving needs of the University. The ideal candidate is curious and comfortable learning complex technical concepts while communicating effectively with non-technical users. They will collaborate with team members to promote consistency and alignment across Yale’s FP&A applications. Periodic support outside of standard business hours, including weekends, may be required. • Provide day-to-day system support, troubleshooting issues, and guiding users on system functionality and best practices. • Serve as a key liaison between IT and business users, translating functional needs into effective technical solutions. • Actively participate in portions of projects, managing timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder expectations. • Analyze business processes to identify opportunities for improvement and recommend technology-based solutions. • Develop and execute detailed test plans to validate system performance and ensure enhancements align with user requirements. • Gather, document, and analyze business and system requirements to support enhancements, workflow improvements, or new functionality. • Partner with team members to ensure the development and maintenance of a consistent business architecture across FP&A systems. Required Skills and Abilities 1.Developed analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills 2.Developed interpersonal, written, communication, presentation, and organizational skills 3.Proven expertise with systems and process analysis methods and techniques 4.Proven project management skills 5.Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures Preferred Education, Experience and Skills: Strong understanding of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) processes and related technologies, such as Strata Decision Budgeting and Forecasting, Hyperion and Workday Adaptive Planning. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI is also preferred. Principal Responsibilities 1. Perform a diverse range of analytical duties in the development of technology solutions for business processes. 2. Plan, organize, and define requirements, methods, and end user objectives, coordinate effort with team members, other IT staff, users, and vendors. 3. Interview, analyze, and document end-user processes and systems requirements for enhancement and/or workflow improvements or new system development. 4. Develop and execute system test plans to ensure application performance aligns to specifications. 5. Prepare technical reports, design workflow maps or other documents to facilitate system/s understanding. 6. May lead segments of larger projects, develop trainings, presentations, and communications. Required Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree and four years of experience or equivalent education and experience. Skills and Abilities Developed analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Developed interpersonal, written, communication, presentation, and organizational skills. Proven ability to lead and manage staff. Proven expertise with systems and process analysis methods and techniques. Proven project management skills and knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures. Job Posting Date 11/24/2025 Job Category Professional Bargaining Unit NON Compensation Grade GS-3 Compensation Grade Profile GS-3g Time Type Full time Duration Type Staff Work Model Remote Location 150 Munson Street, New Haven, Connecticut Background Check Requirements All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website. Health Requirements Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. 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