Financial Analyst

The Financial Analyst role supports the Finance and Analytics department in advancing institutional financial stewardship and project management excellence. As part of this team, the Financial Analyst contributes to capital planning, reporting, data analysis, and operational support that enable informed decision making across high priority initiatives.

The Financial Analyst position is based within MD Anderson Cancer Center, a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Financial Analyst will work closely with financial and operational stakeholders to ensure accuracy, consistency, and efficiency across capital processes and core financial functions.

The ideal candidate brings experience in financial analysis, project management, and health care finance, with strong analytical skills and familiarity with systems such as PeopleSoft, Microsoft Access, SQL, or other database analysis tools. A background in capital planning or oncology-related operations is beneficial, along with experience preparing presentations, managing workflows, and supporting complex financial processes.

The typical work schedule is 8am-5pm Monday-Friday.
Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote.

Salary Range: Minimum - $68,500 / Midpoint - $85,500 / Maximum - $102,500.00

Why Us?
Joining MD Anderson as a Financial Analyst allows you to directly support institutional financial governance and long term capital strategy while strengthening your analytical and project management skills. This role offers opportunities for growth through exposure to large scale financial planning, enterprise systems, and collaboration with leaders across clinical, research, and administrative functions-all while contributing to a mission that impacts patients and families worldwide.
• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

-Maintain and enhance the organization's long-term financial forecast model to support strategic planning and decision-making.
-Develop, update, and analyze financial analytics and related reports, ensuring accuracy and relevance for stakeholders.
-Track projects and initiatives within the organization's business planning software platform, maintaining data integrity and visibility.
-Prepare and distribute recurring and ad hoc reports in accordance with established schedules and business needs.
-Support financial diligence and analysis for strategic projects on an as-needed basis.
-Perform other duties as temporarily assigned to meet the evolving needs of the finance organization.

EDUCATION

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related business specialty.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree or higher in at least one of the following disciplines: Business Administration with emphasis in Accounting or Finance; OR STEM-related disciplines with emphasis in mathematics.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Required: Two years of business experience to include project management, data analysis, or accounting.
• Preferred: Experience in a healthcare or business environment. Abilities in Microsoft Access, SQL, or other database analysis tools. Understanding of the corporate Balance Sheet, Income Statement, and Cash Flow Statement

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits , including medical, dental, paid time off , retirement , tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 179984
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Days
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 68,500
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 85,500
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 102,500
• FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Hard
• Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote
• Pivotal Position: No
• Referral Bonus Available?: No
• Relocation Assistance Available?: No

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