Financial Analyst

Posting Number: S14163P

Working Title: Financial Analyst

Department: DAR-UGAF Financial Accounting

The University of Georgia is chartered by the state of Georgia (1785). It is the birthplace of public higher education in America and the state’s flagship university. UGA is ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The main campus is in Athens, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff, with enrollment over 41,000 students.

The University of Georgia Foundation enriches the quality of education by supporting scholarships, endowed chairs and professorships, and other programs relying on private funds. With more than $1 billion in assets, the Foundation provides an average of more than $65 million annually to UGA. The Foundation was established in 1937 and operates with strong fiscal and financial stewardship.

Mission of the University of Georgia Foundation
The Foundation provides support for teaching, research, public service, and outreach programs by volunteer leadership and development/fundraising activities; fiduciary care for its assets; and broad advisory support to the university president.

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Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Additional Schedule Information: 8:00am–5:00pm;
Must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends, as necessary.

Advertised Salary: $65,000+ commensurate qualifications and experience

Posting Date: 09/22/2025

Open until filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 11/01/2025

• This position is structured as a permanent position within the Division of Development & Alumni Relations. We are unable to sponsor a work visa for this position.

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. For accommodations, contact Central HR (hrweb).

USG Core Values Statement: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details on USG policies are available online.

Classification

Title:

Financial Analyst II

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 or more years of professional accounting experience – Preference for higher education, Not-for-Profit or Foundation
• Experience creating, editing, and using Pivot Tables and formulas in Excel
• Experience creating financial reports and analyzing trends and variances
• Experience navigating and reporting on large data sets
• Experience with data analytics tools for presenting financial data
• Experience with ERP accounting system
• Exhibits behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the University of Georgia

As part of the UGA Foundation’s Financial Accounting and Reporting team, this position is responsible for financial reporting on subsets of data to enhance management’s oversight of financial information. It supports the Foundation’s operating budget and other unrestricted resources, including reporting, projections, budget development and financial analysis for clear reporting to management. The role provides interim assurance and reconciliation reports to management and assists the Associate Director in managing two study-away properties, providing financial analysis for leadership decisions.

All duties support the trust and treasury functions of the UGA Foundation.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze complex data
• Strong organization, prioritization, and time management skills
• Excellent verbal and nonverbal communication; professional interactions
• Self-starter, initiative, able to work…