Decision Support Analyst

Decision Support Analyst

New York, NY

CENTRAL OFFICE

POSITION DETAILS

The Office of Budget and Finance seeks a Decision Support Analyst, reporting to the Decision Support and Business Services Lead. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in analyzing financial and operational data, translating it into actionable insights, and supporting informed decision-making. The Analyst will contribute to financial planning and analysis across key functions, including the general ledger, budget, procurement, accounts payable, asset management, corporate credit cards, and other related areas.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Supports reporting and analytics initiatives using CUNY’s Financial System data and other applications to improve organizational efficiency and decision-making.

• Collects, organizes, and analyzes business data in response to team members or leadership requests, ensuring data integrity and relevance.

• Assists with integrating data from multiple systems, including CUNY, New York State, and New York City platforms, to provide comprehensive insights.

• Prepares and coordinates the development of standard and ad hoc financial reports and visual summaries focused on key functions such as general ledger reconciliation, expense tracking, asset management, and corporate credit card activity.

• Utilizes analytics tools, including PeopleSoft Query, SQL, Tableau, and Power BI, to enhance efficiency, clarity, and presentation of financial reports and dashboards, ensuring they are accessible and actionable for stakeholders.

• Develops and maintains detailed and user-friendly documentation for financial reporting and analytics processes, ensuring team members can easily step in when needed, support collaboration, and promote practical knowledge sharing.

• Evaluates and recommends improvements to reporting tools and platforms to ensure alignment with the University's evolving requirements and priorities.

NOTE:

Until further notice, this position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum:

Bachelor's Degree required.

Preferred:

• Proficiency with Business Intelligence tools such as PeopleSoft Query, SQL, Tableau, or Power BI.

• Experience with data analysis and creating visualizations to support business needs.

• Strong communication skills and ability to present technical findings to diverse audiences.

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing priorities.

• Commitment to learning new data analysis techniques and tools.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Performs financial analysis and administrative work related to College or unit accounting.

• Prepares, reconciles and distributes expenditure and related accounting reports

• Creates and maintains various spreadsheets related to financial analysis

• Processes and tracks transactional entries

• Provides support in the administration of various business operations

• Coordinates with various departments on accounting matters

• Monitors systems and operations to assure a smooth workflow

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Finance Coordinator

CUNY TITLE

Assistant to HEO

FLSA

Non-exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The salary range is $65,946 - $72,837 , commensurate with qualifications, education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

For full consideration, submit a cover letter and resume online via CUNY's web-based job system, addressing how your experience and credentials meet the responsibilities and qualifications outlined.

The direct link to the job opening from external sources is:

https://hrsa.cunyfirst.cuny.edu/psc/erecruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMSCG/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=29806&PostingSeq=1

Current CUNY employees must apply through CUNYfirst Employee Self Service using their login credentials. After you login, click the Careers tile on the Employee Self Service Menu page to view job openings

CLOSING DATE

July 06, 2025.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

29806

Location

Central Office