Senior Capital Analyst

Senior Capital Analyst

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Job Summary

Facilitate diverse financial analysis for a school / unit and assist department management with their financial planning efforts, budget analysis and monthly reporting.

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Job-Specific Responsibilities

The Senior Capital Analyst is a key member of Harvard's Capital Planning and Project Services (CAPS) team, responsible for providing financial analysis, forecasting, reporting, and strategic support for capital planning and project approvals across the University. The CAPS team sits within central financial administration and this role serves as a critical liaison between central finance and the University's Schools and business units, ensuring accurate and timely analysis of capital expenditures and forecasts.

The Senior CAPS Analyst works independently to manage complex workflows and advance institutional priorities through consultative support to Schools and Units. This position requires a strong understanding of financial management and capital project planning with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an organization.

The Senior Analyst plays a key role in coordinating with facilities and financial stakeholders, supporting university governance committees, and ensuring CAPS systems and tools are effectively leveraged. The position contributes to the advancement of capital planning practices and promotes consistency, usability, and compliance across the university.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities : Specific duties include, but are not limited to :

• Provide financial analysis and capital planning support to Schools and Units as part of CAPS' oversight function.
• Foster relationships and provide consultative support to assigned Schools and Units regarding capital planning and project approvals.
• Support the University Construction Management Council (UCMC), Capital Project Review Committee (CPRC), and related subcommittees in advancing construction best practices.
• Generate reports and dashboards to support capital planning reviews and respond to ad hoc data requests.
• Provide training and user support for CAPS systems.
• Participate in the testing, enhancement, and continuous improvement of CAPS systems and processes.
• Perform other special projects and ad hoc duties as assigned.

Working Conditions : Work is performed in an office setting.

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Qualifications

Basic Qualifications :

Additional Qualifications and Skills :

Additional Information

This is a position that is based at a Harvard campus location with some remote work options available. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States.

This position is salary grade level 058. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to :

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