Financial Analyst - Office of Campus Operations and Real Estate

Financial Analyst - Office of Campus Operations and Real Estate - 2400000006 

Description

 

Financial Analyst - Office of Campus Operations and Real Estate

The Office of Campus Operations and Real Estate invites applications for a full-time Financial Analyst. This position will report to the Director of Business Services for supporting the day-to-day financial, administrative, and analytic functions of this unit. This position performs diversified tasks in the maintenance of all accounting and financial related activities for the unit, provides general information about policy, and provides analytical support for budgeting, planning, and reporting activities. This position represents Campus Operations in a professional manner and often deals with individuals and organizations external to the university.

 

Qualifications

 

Responsibilities:

 

Budgeting

·         Independently gathers required information through the use of internal and external systems and the ability to organize, analyze, validate and prepare consulate financial/budgetary reports.

·         Supports the annual budgeting process for Campus Operations.

·         Coordinates all financial reporting which includes monthly reporting to AVC.

·         Creates financial reports for the division of Finance.

·         Produces and maintains financial and operating reports from revenue tracking software systems Adaptive Insights budgeting system, Excel, PowerBI, and other software platforms.

·         Manages and evaluates current and long-term financial plans which reflect the strategic goals of the Office of Associate Vice Chancellor of Campus Operations.

·         Identifies opportunities to partner with internal departments for cross promotions, cost sharing, and improve efficiencies.

·         Provides financial data and updates, including answering with facts and figures, to department heads and direct supervisor in meetings.

 

Accounting

·         Performs accounts receivable/payable procedures and ensures accurate records of transactions are kept.

·         Records revenue, processes deposits, and enters payments.

·         Monitors and balances accounts and researches and resolves discrepancies.

·         Enters billable information and generates invoices.

·         Responsible for new vendor creations in IRIS.

·         Reconciles various office E, A, & K accounts.

·         Recommends and supports the implementation of new or modified financial procedures.

·         Ensures accurate account of fixed assets and inventory is maintained.

 

 

Procurement & Analytics

·         Provides purchasing support through an informal bid process, entering requisitions, monitoring receipt of purchase, and processing payments.

·         Processes and maintains contracts and contract amendments.

·         Generates quarterly external spend reports from the financial system with the goal of identifying lost revenue opportunities.

·         Oversees the development and maintenance of the Revenue Vision portal.

·         Monitors and provides guidance for the budget and year-end processes for all reporting units.

·         Compiles, analyzes, and manages a variety of data through the use of statistical analysis and data interpretation.

·         Creates reports and determines the most appropriate way to display data to assist in decision-making processes.

Policy Guidance/Communication

·         Attends meetings and trainings to stay informed of changing policies and procedures.

·         Communicates with outside departments regarding accounting transactions to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

·         Assists with training reporting units.

·         May be asked to assist with main office line as a backup to the Executive Assistant seldomly.

Professional/Office Culture Expectations:

·         Collaborative

·         Accepts feedback for professional growth and development

·         Flexible, adaptable to change

·         Conscientious of deadlines

·         Acknowledges and communicates discovered errors or mistakes, takes personal responsibility for actions

 

Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities

·         Knowledge of standard office functions, accounting recordkeeping, electronic spreadsheets, and computer operation

·         Knowledge of financial policies and procedures

·         Attention to detail

·         Maintain accurate records and files

·         Compare information and recognize discrepancies

·         Provide excellent customer service

·         Communicate effectively both in-person and in writing

Minimum/Required Qualifications:

·         Bachelor’s degree OR Associates degree with 4-5 years of work experience related to accounting, finance, or business administration.

·         Two years of progressively responsible accounting experience

·         Excellent communication, customer service and organizational skills

·         Ability to multi-task and work independently

·         Ability to work within a team environment

·         Proficient in Microsoft Office

 

Preferred Qualifications

·         Bachelor’s degree in accounting, analytics, business administration, or finance

·         Experience in academic environment

·         Knowledge of UT fiscal policies and procedures

·         Familiarity with Power BI

 

WORK SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

 

WORK LOCATION: Knoxville

 

Application Process: Interested individuals should provide a cover letter addressing professional experience relevant to each required and preferred qualifications, a resume , and complete contact information for 3 professional references . Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. 

 

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admissions without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.

Eligibility and other terms and conditions of employment benefits at The University of Tennessee are governed by laws and regulations of the State of Tennessee, and this non-discrimination statement is intended to be consistent with those laws and regulations.

 

Job
  Other Professional 
Primary Location
  US-Tennessee-knoxville 
Organization
  Assoc Vc Operations 
Schedule
  Full-time 
Campus/Institute  Knoxville 
Job Posting
  Jan 9, 2024, 3:15:43 PM