Financial Services Analyst

Job Opening ID: 67599
Reports To: Director of Business and Finance
Working Title: FINANCIAL SERVICES ANALYST
Department: Soc Sci/Deans Office Admin
Bargaining Unit: 99
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Payroll Job Code: 004627
Job Location: UCI Campus- Irvine
Percent of Time: 100%
Work Schedule: 8-5, M-F
Employee Class: Career

 

Position Summary:
 
The School of Social Sciences is one of the largest academic units at UCI, with over 175 faculty, 75 career staff members, 400 graduate students and 6600 undergraduate students. Social Sciences is home to 9 academic departments and our students comprise 20 percent of the entire UCI student body. Our people – faculty, staff, students, alumni and community friends—aren’t afraid to be bold, break the mold, and be boundaryless in search of solutions that create positive change in society, economies and for human well-being.

 

Business Office team. Under the direction of the Director of Finance and Business Operations, the position is responsible for performing and reviewing financial transactions, purchasing, and reimbursements, ensuring compliance with University policies. This role involves detailed financial oversight, including expense reconciliation, advisory on financial procedures, and the maintenance of accurate financial records. The Analyst performs and reviews purchasing and reimbursements for assigned departments, conducts regular reconciliations of financial activities against the general ledger to ensure record-keeping accuracy, and prepares monthly financial reports. Additionally, the role involves providing guidance on financial policies, ensuring adherence to University policies and procedures, and collaborating with Social Sciences team members to optimize financial processes.
 
Total Compensation:

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits .

 

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $26.92 - $36.64 (Hourly Rate). The Full Salary Range for the salary grade this position is assigned to is $26.92 - $46.36 (Hourly Rate).
 
Required:
 

• 1-3 years of experience with Bachelor's degree in related area or equivalent experience.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• Working knowledge of policies and procedures in a university setting, especially in the areas of accounting, purchasing and disbursements. 
• Working knowledge of financial processes, policies and procedures. 
• Experience utilizing KFS systems for purchasing and reimbursements transactions. 
• Strong knowledge of financial data management and reporting systems. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, campus administrators, faculty, staff, students, and visitors of various ethnic, social and educational backgrounds. 
• Ability to function effectively as a member of a team. 
• Demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to complete assignments and perform effectively and punctually in an environment with frequent interruptions, fluctuating workload and changing priorities. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively, patiently and diplomatically with a diverse level of people and backgrounds. 
• Ability to handle all Business & Finance Office matters with tact, discretion and confidentiality. 
• Excellent skill in setting priorities to deliver high quality, professional and responsive service. 
• Resourceful in locating and sharing appropriate information and/or solutions to problems. 
• Demonstrated skill in troubleshooting and problem solving in non-standard, urgent, conflicting and/or unexpected circumstances. 
• Excellent proofreading skills. 
• Ability to maintain online files and filing systems. 
• Ability to present information and train staff members in university policy
   

Special Conditions Required:
 
Must pass a background check.
 

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy .
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or [email protected]