Financial Analyst

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Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs.

It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

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At the heart of the University of California, Irvine's academic community, the UC Irvine Libraries plays a vital role in enabling our outstanding students, faculty and researchers to create new knowledge, develop lifelong learning skills, and make meaningful contributions to society. We value innovation and collaboration, and we are committed to fostering an environment that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. The UC Irvine Libraries physical spaces consist of the Langson Library, the Science Library, the Library Gateway Study Center, and the Grunigen Medical Library.

The UC Irvine Libraries Business Office provides librarians and staff in financial management, budgeting, accounting, and administrative matters. We contribute to the UC Irvine Libraries Strategic Plan by collaborating with colleagues, outside vendors, and other departments to ensure that the financial resources align the Libraries's mission and vision.

Under the direction of Financial Analyst Supervisor 2, the incumbent serves as a Senior Financial Analyst in the Business Office handling budgetary, accounting, and reporting functions that support the mission and activities of the UC Irvine Libraries. Develop recommendations for new and changes to existing Business Office policies and procedures and ensure compliance with Libraries, campus, and UC policies and procedures.

Responsible for managing and coordinating the production and complex analysis of monthly financial reports, overseeing the associated operating budgets of assigned accounts. Conducts complex financial analysis and reconciliation of the permanent budget, identifying errors and resolving problems. Provides financial analysis and reporting for recharge units and sales & services activities. Serves as Fiscal Officer for assigned accounts and Subject Matter Expert for corrections (GEC), budget adjustments, internal billing, and inter campus transfers.

Required:

• Thorough knowledge of finance policies, practices, and systems.
• Ability to independently gather required information to organize and perform financial analysis assignments.
• Proven ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner.
• Advanced skills in Excel, database software, and financial data analysis tools for complex financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports
• Proven interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues throughout the organization, with a strong service orientation.
• Critical thinking and attention to detail, with proven organizational skills and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a high-volume environment
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to function as a member of a team.
• Ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively and to support inclusiveness within UC Irvine Libraries and the campus.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information
• Demonstrated ability to identify problems,…