Financial Analyst Intermediate

Financial Analyst IntermediateWe are looking for a Financial Analyst Intermediate to join our team in the Accounting Operations area of Financial Operations. You will serve an important role assisting departments throughout the university with daily accounting and reporting responsibilities and preparing financial reports, analyses and reconciliations. This is a remote role, but you may need to travel to the office for work activities occasionally.Responsibilities*Review transactions to ensure compliance with contracts, gift agreements, governmental regulations, accounting standards and university policies, including capitalization of capital assets and establishment of endowmentsReconcile accounts and follow-up to resolve any specific accounting or supporting documentation issuesPrepare and present a variety of financial reports and analyses, including those related to fund, department or project grant activityAnalyze variances for management financial reportsPrepare monthly, quarterly, and annual schedules to support external audit, donor and regulatory needsPrepare journal entries and appropriate supporting documentationAnswer phone calls and emails from schools, colleges and units about accounting policies and procedures, including proper use of accounts and processing of transactionsSpecial projects, including ad-hoc reports and analysisRequired Qualifications*Bachelor's degree in business administration with a major specialization in accounting (or similar education and experience); a minimum grade point average of 3.0 is necessaryExperience working with spreadsheets, query tools and software to model and analyze dataAbility to work with a variety of individuals of varying backgroundsAbility to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute to a positive work environmentExperience working with complex financial and administrative information systems (Oracle PeopleSoft helpful)Analyze large amounts of complex information to present simple and concise material to the appropriate audienceWhy Work at Michigan?In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:Generous time offA retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after one year with immediate vestingMany choices for comprehensive health insuranceLife insuranceLong-term disability coverageFlexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expensesModes of WorkPositions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.Underfill StatementPlease note: We have posted this position as a Financial Analyst Intermediate but could opt to underfill at an Accountant Intermediate level. We will offer you the position at the analyst or accountant level based on their overall qualifications and experience in areas directly relevant to the responsibilities of the position. We will base salary on overall qualifications and experience.Additional InformationCandidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.Application DeadlineJob openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.U-M EEO StatementThe University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.