FINANCIAL ANALYST

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Edinburg (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley seeks a Financial Analyst in the Planning and Analysis department to support budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting. The role emphasizes cost analysis, debt administration, and ensuring compliance with policy across university entities.

Requires a Bachelor's in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration, 2 years in finance or accounting, and proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in finance or accounting with planning, forecasting and/or financial analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration from an accredited university.
• Master’s Degree in Business preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accounting records and produces accounting reports and financial analysis.
• Prepares various financial reports including monthly summary reports, government reports, and annual financial report schedules.
• Reviews accounts and fund groups for the propriety of entries and approval of such vouchers.
• Analyzes fiscal accounting and related systems.
• Prepares financial feasibility studies.
• Prepares, analyzes and maintains cost data as required for regulatory reporting.
• Prepares recommendations and documentation to create and update fiscal services.
• Proposes policies and procedures for the department’s operation.
• Prepares and processes relevant correspondence
• Manages and reconciles accounts to monitor assigned programs.
• Assists in the review, maintenance, and modification of receivables for systems such as student loans.
• Interprets and ensures compliance with federal, state and University policy.
• Manages special projects.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration from an accredited University

Master’s Degree in Business

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Office Location and Contact

Office Location
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539

Edinburg: [phone]
Brownsville: [phone]
Office hours:
Monday-Friday
8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.

FINANCIAL ANALYST

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Special Instructions: Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: *Date of Birth *Gender *Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at [phone] and/or [e-mail].

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number: SRGV9163

Working Title: FINANCIAL ANALYST

Number of Vacancies: 1

Location: Rio Grande Valley, Texas

Department: Planning and Analysis

FTE: 1.0

FLSA: Exempt

Scope of Job

To provide financial analysis for a department. Responsible for financial activities such as debt administration, issuance and analysis, budget, contract compliance, financial reports, and other business management services.

Description of Duties

• Maintains accounting records and produces accounting reports and financial analysis.
• Prepares various financial reports including monthly summary reports, government reports, and annual financial report schedules.
• Reviews accounts and fund groups for the propriety of entries and approval of such vouchers.
• Analyzes fiscal accounting and related systems.
• Prepares financial feasibility studies.
• Prepares, analyzes and maintains cost data as required for regulatory reporting.
• Prepares recommendations and documentation to create and update fiscal services.
• Proposes policies and procedures for the department’s operation.
• Prepares and processes relevant correspondence
• Manages and reconciles accounts to monitor assigned programs.
• Assists in the review, maintenance, and modification of receivables for systems such as student loans.
• Interprets and ensures compliance with federal, state and University policy.
• Manages special projects.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

General direction from the assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given

May supervise assigned staff.

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration from an accredited University.

Preferred Education

Master’s Degree in Business.

Licenses/Certifications

None.

Required Experience

Two (2) years of experience in finance or accounting with experience in planning, forecasting and/or financial analysis. Proficiency in Microsoft applications such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required.

Preferred Experience

Experience obtained in a state agency and/or higher educational setting.

Equipment

Use of standard office equipment.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Usual office environment. May require some weekend and/or evening work or travel.
Work is performed primarily in a general office environment and can be performed remote within close proximity to a UTRGV campus. If the work is performed remote, high-speed internet and a designated workspace are required.

Other

Accuracy in all phases of duties performed. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills.

Physical Capabilities

N/A

Employment Category

Full-Time

Minimum Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Posted Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Position Available Date

09/25/2026

Grant Funded Position

No

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of Human Resources.

Posting Supplemental Questions

1. * Are you a current UTRGV employee?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?
   • Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions
   • Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions
   • No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions
3. * Please select your highest level of completed education.
   • 6th grade education
   • 10th grade education
   • High School Diploma or GED
   • Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours
   • Bachelors Degree from an accredited university
   • Masters Degree from an accredited university
   • Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university
   • None of the above
4. * Please provide the field of study for your education:

   (Open Ended Question)

5. * Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for:
   • Less than 1 year
   • 1 year
   • 2 years
   • 3 years
   • 4 years
   • 5 years
   • 6 years
   • 7 years
   • 8 years
   • 9 years
   • 10 years
   • Over 10 years
6. * Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. Reference Letter 1
5. Reference Letter 2
6. Reference Letter 3
7. Certifications and Licences
8. Training Certificates
9. Other Document
10. List of 3 References
11. Unofficial Transcripts 2
12. Unofficial Transcripts 3
13. Letter of Interest
14. Additional Document