Program Operations Analyst

The University Controller’s Office (UCO), within the Finance & Budget Strategy Division of Finance, Planning, and Budgeting (FPB), is responsible for enterprise-level accounting for the University of Washington. The
** Program Operations Analyst
** plays a key role in the financial management and administration within the institution ensuring the accurate and timely processing of $960 M annually in Letter of Credit draws for federal sponsored awards.
The Program Operations Analyst leads, plans, and executes the timely processing of sponsored project reimbursement requests. This entails comprehensively managing and reporting on letter of credit activity and communicating with both campus and sponsors to ensure the University is in compliance with federal cash handling requirements. This position plays a key role in the successful tracking of incoming funds and reconciliation of federal sponsored program activity.  

and compliant drawdowns, reconciliations, and reporting under federal regulations. This role serves as the operational nexus among Finance, Grants/Program Offices, and external federal payment systems (e.g., Treasury ASAP, HHS PMS, G5),
** Duties & Responsibilities
** Prepare monthly/quarterly cash activity reports and support audit requirements, including SF‑425/FFR Update practices based on changes to award terms, cost principles, and federal compliance requirements Communicate proactively to resolve discrepancies and clarify requirements
** Education & Outreach
** Create and maintain training resources on drawdown processes and compliance requirements

Perform special projects and additional duties as needed
** Requirements:
** Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Public Administration or related field and two years of experience in accounting, business finance, public administration, or a related field, to include experience preparing, reviewing, or processing Letters of Credit or other financial documentation

Equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired may substitute for degree

Proficiency in Excel and ERP/financial systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Workday, or Dynamics)
Strong analytical, reconciliation, and documentation skills; high attention to detail Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder engagement skills to collaborate with Grants, AP/AR, Program Offices, and federal agencies Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and foster an inclusive, equitable culture that strengthens stakeholder relationships and supports FPB’s overall environment

Experience with Treasury ASAP, HHS PMS, G5 (or similar federal payment systems) Working knowledge of Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), cost principles, cash management, and federal reporting (e.g., SF‑425/FFR) Experience creating SOPs/desk guides and supporting audits ### Benefits There are many perks to working for the University of Washington. Learn more about the  that could be available to you as a UW employee.
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