Financial Analyst

Role Summary

The Financial Analyst is a full‑time position that will primarily manage the operating accounting responsibilities for the Office of Research and will report directly to the Senior Financial Analyst. In this role you will be in charge of external sales and service centers, One Card reconciliations, cost centers reconciliations, accounting, and budget journals. You will also manage intellectual property accounting and processes for the Office of Technology Commercialization (OTC) which includes aging reports, annual reporting, and ad-hoc reports.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or another business area with experience in financial analysis and reporting. Three years of progressively responsible related financial/accounting/budget experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge of Federal Regulations, Microsoft Office, and advanced proficiency with financial reporting tools (e.g., Access, Advanced Excel, Crystal Reporting).

• Experience in UTD One Card policies.
• Experience in financial analysis and budgeting.
• Strong computer skills particularly with MS Excel, Word, Adobe Acrobat, and Docu Sign.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship‑management skills.
• Ability to think strategically and analytically.
• Experience in providing innovation and problem solving, excellent oral communication skills, and ability to work in a team environment.
• Requires extreme accuracy in all phases of work.

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

• Monthly review and reconciliation of One Card reports and cost centers.
• Processing data, issuing invoices, and or posting journals for internal service centers and external sales.
• Managing OTC financials and accounting including invoicing, collections, and distributions.
• Reviewing and interpreting intellectual property (IP) agreements which include financial, equity, reporting, and other related information.
• Requesting quarterly and annual reports from licensees.
• Managing IP Equity, including tracking, requesting documents, and submitting forms.
• Processing invoices for payment.
• Inputting IP and other agreements and OTC financials to Evolve.
• Assisting with IDTs, budget journals, budget transfers, and PO close requests.
• Assisting with annual reporting, monthly reports, and ad‑hoc reports.
• Cross‑train and maintain proficiency in key processes to provide seamless coverage and support business continuity when needed.
• Perform related duties as required or directed.

Hybrid remote work environment is available after the appropriate training period and with manager’s approval. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement is required for hybrid employment. Use of a personal computer and other standard office equipment may be required. The employee must be located within the Dallas‑Fort Worth area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours’ notice.

• Internal training
• BCBS PPO medical insurance – 100% paid for full‑time employees
• PPO and DHMO dental insurance plan – includes orthodontic benefits
• Vision insurance
• Long‑ and short‑term disability
• TRS retirement plan – defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement
• Voluntary retirement plan options – additional savings opportunities with tax‑sheltered annuity plans and deferred compensation plans
• Paid time off, holidays, and winter break
• Fertility benefits
• Remote work options – approved by department

All UT Dallas employees have access to professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, Linked In Learning, and the UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

All employees serve as a representative of the university and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others, and…