Financial Analyst

Please see Special Instructions for more details. 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. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University. To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link: 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 PeopleSoft Query and other reporting tools, General Ledger, Assets and other PeopleSoft 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 University. EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy. The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution ( HSI ) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution ( AANAPISI ), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas. . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact. The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io . Number of Vacancies 1 Minimum Number of References Required 3 Maximum Number of References Accepted 3 Special Instructions to Applicants 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. Requirement Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * What is the highest level of education attained? GED High School Diploma Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree PhD or equivalent * How many years of progressively responsible experience do you have working in finance or accounting?

1. to 2 years
2. to 3 years
3. to 4 years

5 years or more * How many years of experience do you have working in higher education? None/less than 1 year 2 to 3 years 4 to 5 years 6 years or more * How many years of experience do you have working with Modules related to General Ledgers and Budgets: (PeopleSoft General Ledger and/or Commitment Control ERP Application Modules)? None/less than 5 years 5 to 6 years 6 to 7 years 7 years or more Documents Needed To Apply Required Documents Resume or CV Cover/Interest Letter Optional Documents Transcripts #J-18808-Ljbffr The University of Texas at Arlington Portal