Operations Analyst 3

Job Summary

The Financial Analyst 3 position is vital to maintaining the department's financial health and operational integrity. Under the supervision of the Supervising Financial Analyst IV, this role collaborates with the Operations Finance Manager and the Department CAO to provide comprehensive financial oversight, supporting the department's growth and success.

This position is responsible for preparing and analyzing financial reports, assisting with budgeting and forecasting, reconciling the General Ledger to the Project Portfolio Management (PPM) system in Aggie Enterprise, and processing cost transfers while ensuring compliance with University policies. It also supports the implementation of financial systems like Aggie Enterprise, mentors Financial Analyst II staff, and participates in special projects aimed at improving financial operations.

Additionally, this role provides backup for departmental financial reporting and fiscal management of the 340B HTC Program, overseeing $20M+ in revenue and expenses.

Apply By Date 8/7/2026 by 11:59pm interviews may occur at anytime

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or closely related field or equivalent experience/training.
• 4+ years of previous experience in a substantially similar role required.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive budgetary and financial analyses by reviewing, reconciling, and interpreting financial data; identifying variances and trends; and producing clear, actionable reports to support business decision-making.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), including fund accounting and management of restricted funds, by accurately recording, analyzing, and reporting financial transactions in compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to systematically identify and evaluate financial and operational issues by gathering and analyzing relevant data, conducting research, and developing well-reasoned, practical solutions with documented rationale.
• Working knowledge of budget cycles, payroll/personnel processes, and business agreements, demonstrated through participation in planning, monitoring, and adjusting budgets in alignment with organizational policies and procedures.
• Ability to perform precise financial calculations and data manipulations, including validating data accuracy, reconciling discrepancies, and maintaining error-free financial records and reports.
• Ability to clearly present complex financial and administrative information both orally and in writing by producing structured reports, correspondence, and presentations that are accurate, well-organized, and tailored to the audience.
• Demonstrated ability to compose, edit, and format professional documents by ensuring clarity, consistency, grammatical accuracy, and adherence to organizational standards and style guidelines.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., creating pivot tables, using lookup functions, and generating charts/graphs) and other office and enterprise systems by producing detailed analyses, reports, and data visualizations using financial, payroll, and web-based platforms.

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or closely related field.
• Experience with UC Davis automated financial, personnel and payroll systems:
  Aggie Enterprise, UCPath, Cognos, Aggie Expense, etc.
• Experience handling sensitive or confidential information or situations.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with strict confidentiality and discretion by applying sound, independent judgment in decision-making, appropriately escalating issues, and maintaining professionalism, tact, and respect in all interactions.
• Ability to analyze complex situations and financial or operational data by identifying issues, evaluating alternatives, and implementing timely, logical solutions; demonstrates effectiveness through accurate conclusions, actionable recommendations, and resolution of inquiries or conflicts.
• Ability to interpret financial reports and data sets by identifying trends, discrepancies, and key insights, and translating findings into clear conclusions that support decision-making and operational improvements.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and shifting deadlines by reprioritizing tasks, maintaining productivity under pressure, and delivering accurate, timely results in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision by independently planning, executing, and completing tasks; provides appropriate status updates and proactively identifies and communicates potential issues.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects and large volumes of information by prioritizing tasks, tracking progress, and meeting established deadlines with consistent accuracy and efficiency.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working…