Fiscal Support Analyst; Accounts Payable

Fiscal Support Analyst (Accounts Payable)

Position Summary The Fiscal Support Analyst (A/P) is responsible for performing a variety of fiscal related tasks that are industry standard or support duties within an assigned department or program. This includes, but is not limited to, processing vendor invoices, managing payments (checks, ACH, wires), reconciling accounts, and maintaining financial records to ensure punctual and accurate payments are conducted. The position requires strong attention to detail, proficiency in data entry, and effective communication with internal and external parties to support financial operations and compliance.

The role is governed by Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy and requires financial confidentiality.

• Perform timely and accurate data entry for invoices and general ledger posting.
• Process department or program checks, ACH, and wire requests.
• Reconcile vendor accounts and statements.
• Maintain accurate financial records that support transactions.
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end closing procedures.
• Support audits by compiling necessary documentation.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, GAAP, state and federal laws, and agency/institutional policies.
• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and workflows then communicate findings with management.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners.
• Analyze data and reconcile errors.
• Establish and preserve fiscal reporting strategies, systems, reviews, and audits for quality assurance.
• Utilize internal and external Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems to assist in financial reporting.
• Contribute to other fiscal related outcomes, as assigned, such as payroll, purchase orders, budgets, etc..

• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Foundational knowledge of GAAP, state and federal laws, and administration of Higher Education.
• Diverse skills in software applications.
• Passion for customer service and Higher Education.
• Demonstrate effective communication, writing, and time management.
• Willingness to learn.

• Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.
• Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.
• Ability to make sound judgments.
• Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
• Civility in all interactions.
• Demonstrate effective follow‑up.

• Formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree.

• Degrees in accounting, finance, or other business‑related field.
• Previous experience in Accounts Payable.
• Prior exposure to Higher Education.
• Experience with Banner ERP, accounting software, or AP automation tools.

We are excited that you are considering joining the UCA Family—the faculty, staff, students and alumni—who make the University of Central Arkansas a great place to work! At the University of Central Arkansas, we value our employees striving to maintain a work‑life balance. We realize that this affects the overall well‑being of employees while learning to prioritize challenging work and the ability to make a difference.

Participation in university‑wide remote work days may be available for certain positions. Training is provided on systems or job‑specific software, and tools are available supporting professional and personal development. The benefits package allows you to customize your benefits to meet your current needs, with the ability to adjust them as your priorities change. This includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, 80% tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a retirement program with university contributions of 10% of employee salary.

Also available are health and wellness incentives, as well as access to sports…