Financial Analyst Intermediate

Position Overview

KU research at the University of Kansas addresses problems of worldwide significance and delivers solutions that make a difference to Kansas and the region. The Office of Research facilitates that mission by advocating for research, scholarship and creative activity, implementing research integrity requirements, and, through the KU Center for Research (KUCR), managing the administration of research grants and contracts. KU Research also has oversight of activities related to technology commercialization and business and industry outreach.

KU's research centers are recognized as University Research Centers and report to the Office of Research. The Office of Research also provides core research lab services for university investigators. Each lab has experienced professionals and state‑of‑the‑art technology to support researchers throughout their research projects.

KU Center for Research, Inc. (KUCR), a non‑profit 501(c)3 research foundation, operates for the benefit of the university under the administrative jurisdiction of the KU Office of Research. The Office of Research is responsible for submitting all proposals for external support of research, instructional and service awards and helps research investigators by negotiating contracts, providing proposal and post‑award services, administering compliance oversight, managing and constructing research facilities, and handling financial services, including investment of corporation resources.

The Financial Analyst Intermediate position shares responsibility for the general ledger as it relates to the quarterly and year‑end reporting. This entails a variety of duties related to financial reconciliation, analysis and reporting. Responsibilities include monitoring general ledger accounts, overseeing the asset module reconciliation, analysis of intercompany accounts and creating ad‑hoc reports to support the variances in financial reporting. This position will work closely with the KU office of Research staff, Associate Directors, Assistant Directors, Directors and Chief Financial Officer.

Due to complex state employment laws, the University of Kansas may be unable to hire fully remote workers for this position outside of Kansas. Specifically, we cannot currently offer employment to candidates residing in the following states:
California, Delaware, Idaho & Minnesota. We appreciate your understanding and invite interested individuals from eligible states to apply.

• Work with CFO and Associate Director of Research Financial Reporting in the preparation of quarterly financial statements as well as the auditable year‑end financial statements, including drafting financial statements and footnotes included within. Analyze accounts and create journals for quarter and year‑end closing.
• Support internal and external audit processes by researching technical accounting issues, documenting conclusions, and ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Research, interpret and make determinations on contracts related to revenue recognition. Maintain Filemaker Pro database used for contract analysis in support of preparing the financial statements.
• Develop and prepare ad‑hoc reports and financial analyses, analyzing reporting and operating metrics to identify issues and recommend enhancements to the clarity and reliability of financial reporting.
• Support and drive continuous improvement of financial reporting processes and capabilities, while ensuring compliance with applicable financial governance and internal control frameworks.

• Lead the management of monthly accounting periods to ensure that period‑end closing procedures are completed accurately.
• Own and perform monthly account reconciliations to ensure the integrity of the general ledger. Monitor and run reports to verify ending account balances. When supporting or tracking documentation does not align with general ledger balances, analyze variances to identify discrepancies and determine appropriate resolutions.
• Develop reports to communicate issues to relevant University staff, including…