Finance & Administration Analyst (FINANCIAL ANL 2 CX)

University of California, Davis; Davis (CA); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid Holidays

Job summary

University of California, Davis is seeking a Financial Analyst II to provide analytical support for budgeting and finance activities, facilitating the delivery of programs and multinational projects. You will manage ledgers, contracts, payroll, and provide fiscal oversight for collaborating partners in a hybrid on-site/remote work arrangement.

The role requires a minimum Bachelor's degree and 2+ years in accounting/financial management, with experience in UC Davis systems and contracts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience/training.
• At least 2 years’ experience in accounting and financial management with general accounting principles and databases.
• Experience with UC Davis sponsored research, payroll, accounting, contracts, and internal control.

Responsibilities

• 50% - Financial Management and Analysis.
• 20% - Client Service.
• 20% - Policy Compliance.
• 10% - Administrative/Programmatic Support.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Payroll & accounting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Aggie Expense

Aggie Enterprise

Cognos

UC Path

Job description

Job Summary

In coordination with the Executive Director of the One Health Institute (OHI), CAO, Financial Operations Manager, and Leadership Team, provides analytical support for budgeting and finance activities to facilitate the delivery of effective response, research, development, and capacity building programs and to conduct transdisciplinary and multinational collaborative projects. Provides financial, project, partnership development, and administrative management to assigned programs and projects. Positively represents the OHI while liaising with School of Veterinary Medicine and Campus administrative professionals, faculty and staff. Using the university accounting and other administrative systems, process complex business and service contracts, research and resolve system errors, maintain general ledger and PPM cost reports to ensure accuracy, and perform corrective payroll and non-payroll transactions, as needed. Develops financial tools for budget management and oversight, correspond with government agencies and international stakeholders, and provides fiscal oversight and guidance for our collaborating partners, both foreign and domestic. Creates and reconciles budgets and ledgers while ensuring compliance with applicable university, client, state and federal policies and laws. Provides policy and procedural guidance in payroll/personnel, accounting, procurement, travel and programmatic administration. Interprets, administers, and complies with all applicable University, Federal and State policies. Processes complex business contracts and liaises with appropriate campus units to submit new funding proposals, as well as establishing and managing new and existing awards. Liaises with campus units and external organizations in all areas of responsibility.

In coordination with the Executive Director of the One Health Institute (OHI), CAO, Financial Operations Manager, and Leadership Team, provides analytical support for budgeting and finance activities to facilitate the delivery of effective response, research, development, and capacity building programs and to conduct transdisciplinary and multinational collaborative projects. Provides financial, project, partnership development, and administrative management to assigned programs and projects. Positively represents the OHI while liaising with School of Veterinary Medicine and Campus administrative professionals, faculty and staff. Using the university accounting and other administrative systems, process complex business and service contracts, research and resolve system errors, maintain general ledger and PPM cost reports to ensure accuracy, and perform corrective payroll and non-payroll transactions, as needed. Develops financial tools for budget management and oversight, correspond with government agencies and international stakeholders, and provides fiscal oversight and guidance for our collaborating partners, both foreign and domestic. Creates and reconciles budgets and ledgers while ensuring compliance with applicable university, client, state and federal policies and laws. Provides policy and procedural guidance in payroll/personnel, accounting, procurement, travel and programmatic administration. Interprets, administers, and complies with all applicable University, Federal and State policies. Processes complex business contracts and liaises with appropriate campus units to submit new funding proposals, as well as establishing and managing new and existing awards. Liaises with campus units and external organizations in all areas of responsibility.

Apply By Date: September 24, 2026

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• At least 2 years’ experience in accounting and financial management, including general accounting principles and accounting databases, analyzing options and problem solving while utilizing available resources, and specific expertise using spreadsheet and database software for financial analysis.
• Experience with UC Davis sponsored research, payroll, accounting, business contracts, material management, equipment inventory, and internal control; ability to interpret and implement established policies and procedures and use word processing, calendar and email software and programs to complete and manage tasks.
• Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills to interact tactfully with diplomacy and sensitivity with a diverse group of people both in person, by email, and over the telephone. Must be flexible and have the ability to communicate effectively with team members and work cooperatively with others as well as participate, contribute ideas, set goals, tolerate confusion, and support and implement decisions affecting the group.
• Ability to independently coordinate a variety of tasks and functions; work around frequent interruptions; organize own workload and set changing priorities. Anticipate and provide for schedule changes; work under pressure and deadlines; ability and skill to maintain composure under heavy workloads and conflicting priorities or demands sufficient for effective performance.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills to work independently with minimal supervision, exercise good judgment and decision-making ability, maintain confidentiality, exercise discretion, and resolve conflicts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience coordinating programs and/or projects in public health, wildlife health, and/or human health preferred.
• Experience with UC Davis financial technologies and operations including Aggie Expense, Aggie Enterprise, Cognos, UC Path, etc., and fiscal close operations.
• Experience working with contracts and grants (private, state and federal agencies) on the UC Davis campus, or within a large university system, preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of university policy and procedures and federal regulations (Uniform Guidance 2 CFR 200) preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• 50% - Financial Management and Analysis
• 20% - Client Service
• 20% - Policy Compliance
• 10% - Administrative/Programmatic Support

Department Overview

This position exists within the One Health Institute (OHI), which is engaged in numerous state and international training and research projects and programs regarding the pressing topics of emerging diseases, public health, planetary health, and wildlife conservation, including responding to emergency events involving animals and humans. The One Health Institute is the administrative home of a diverse collection of research and public service Centers, Programs and projects. Each of these organizational units and the individuals who comprise them fulfill the mission of the OHI as they are all working at the interface of animals, people, and the environment to solve complex problems impacting health and conservation.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $39.40 - $54.10/hour
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: STEPS
• UC Job Title: FINANCIAL ANL 2 CX
• UC Job Code: 004767
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): Mon- Fri (9am-6pm)
• Location: Davis, CA
• Union Representation: Yes - CX-Clerical/Admin
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees.

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
• Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
• Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee’s lives
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Never 0 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Never 0 Hours
• Loud noise levels - Never 0 Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Never 0 Hours
• Microwave/Radiation - Never 0 Hours
• Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Never 0 Hours
• Extreme Temperatures - Never 0 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Never 0 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Respond to program needs at all times of the day and night, as needed. Work in a foreign country in a changing and challenging environment. Possession of or ability to obtain a U.S. Passport. Work independently with no supervision for extended periods in Davis, nationally, and in foreign countries. Work occasional holidays, and weekends; subject to periods of intensity when supporting response efforts for natural disasters and emerging infectious disease outbreaks. Limited vacation usage during peak workload periods. Work in a dynamic, distracting, knowledge-sharing environment. Maintain confidentiality of information.

Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re committed to solving life’s most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

To view the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks