Financial Analyst

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information:
1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and
2)

Education:

school name, degree type, and major.

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number S06263P

Position Title

Department

Department Accounting Services

Location

Location Arlington

Job Family

Job Family Finance/Accounting

Position Status

Position Status Full-time

Work Hours

Work Hours Standard

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday; 8:00am
-5:00pm

• Overtime required during year end reporting and potential other peak times.

Open to External and Internal

Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.

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The Financial Analyst assists in preparation of financial reports for the University as required by the State Comptroller, University of Texas System and external agencies. Provide financial data and reports for internal management requirements. Review and analyze financial data to assure reporting accuracy.

• Timely and accurate preparation of University financial reports, including:
  • Annual Financial Report schedules, Uniform Statewide Accounting System Annual Financial input, Monthly Method of Financing Report, Unrelated Business Income Tax, IPEDS , Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board ( THECB ) Sources and Uses, THECB University Expenditure Survey, THECB Integrated Financial System tuition and fees report, THECB Restricted Research Certification, Voluntary Support of Education ( VSE ) gift reconciliation, NCAA Athletics Survey for Athletics audit, Binding Encumbrances and Payables report and Quarterly Expenditures report.
• Compilation and calculation of financial data needed for year-end closing processes.
• Reconcile gift pledge activity and maintain support for gift pledge receivables.
• Reconcile transfers between university and UT System and other System campuses for System consolidation.
• Create Ad hoc reports as required.
• Review, analyze and correct (as necessary) financial data to maintain accurate data in financial system.
• Reconcile supporting detail to general ledger accounts to support financial reporting data.
• Complete variance analysis to ensure accuracy and assist in forecasting.
• Represent the University in meetings related to financial reporting and attend training to maintain knowledge of accounting and reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable University policies and local, state and federal requirements.
• Complete special projects as assigned.

• BBA in accounting or business related field.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting with experience in financial reporting, forecasting and financial analysis or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.
• Experience in People Soft Query and other reporting tools, General Ledger, Assets and other People Soft FMS modules.
• Advanced Excel knowledge and experience.

• CPA .
• Higher Education experience.
• Working knowledge of Governmental Account Standards Board ( GASB ).

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with employees at all levels of the organization and from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Work, communicate and interact with others while in observance with the University’s Principles of Community, which are:
  • Ability to show mutual respect.
  • Ability to give and receive constructive communication.
  • Ability to thrive and create a supportive environment.
  • Ability to hold collaborative relationships.
  • Skills in leadership and service.

• Excel test will be administered to test working knowledge and skill.

Working Conditions

Special Conditions for Eligibility

CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the…