Financial Analyst

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 57,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston-System’s Houston Public Media seeks a Financial Analyst to perform financial analysis, prepare statements, and monitor accounting activities in support of Houston Public Media.

Under general supervision, duties include ad hoc reporting, data reconciliation, and assisting with contract management and staff training. Education or experience may substitute for the other.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of directly job-related experience.
• Education or experience may substitute for the other.
• Formal degree or equivalent training in analytical disciplines preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly and annual financial statements.
• Analyze financial data and document trends.
• Prepare ad hoc reports and analyses.
• Monitor and reconcile FRS accounting activities and prepare entries.
• Assist with maintenance of financial reporting systems and provide technical support.
• Assist with financial data entry and contract management tracking.

Skills

Financial analysis

Accounting

Data interpretation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/Accounting

Tools

PeopleSoft

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

Department: HPM Business Services Salary: $56,800.00-$ 72,400.00

Description

Under general supervision, performs financial analysis activities. Analyzes return, depreciation, and investment rations; profit and loss income statements; and trends in sales, finance, and other areas of business.

• Prepare and analyze monthly and annual financial statements.
• Analyze financial accounting data and documents trends.
• Prepare ad hoc reports and analysis of reports.
• Monitor and reconcile FRS accounting activities; prepare entries, modifications and analysis.
• Assist with maintenance of financial reporting systems and provide technical support.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience.

Department is willing to accept experience in lieu of education.

MQ: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed.

Requires a minimum of three (3) years of directly job-related experience.

Additional Posting Information

The Financial Analyst supports the continued operational success of Houston Public Media by ensuring that immediate and future business activities are appropriately reflected within the accounting records adhering to compliance guidelines established by the University and/or State guidelines.

Additional Responsibilities Include

• Subject Matter Expert when there is a need to procure contract related goods/ services
• Collect and review initial data from all HPM contract requestors for completeness and accuracy (HPM/HPM-Foundation)
• Vendor contact for contracting communications (scope of work, quotes, vendor profile initiations, Cooperative Contract usage)
• Initial pre-fill of contract documentation based on original requests and quotes obtained (contract coversheet, sole source, standard agreement templates…)
• Assignment of HPM/HPM-Foundation contract numbers and obtain signature from original requestor to begin routing for execution
• Regular communication with internal business leadership to ensure that contracts are in compliance with policies and procedures. Consults with leadership on contract proposals and inquiries, as needed. Ensures final contracts submitted for approval are correct in form and meet all university and Texas state law requirements.
• Assist with financial data entry (requisitions, vouchers, journals), contract management tracking, financial metrics, and reporting
• Assist with documenting procedures, conducting staff trainings, preparing/ maintaining quick reference guides, and individual guidance, as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Higher Ed Experience
• Experience with Peoplesoft financial system
• Experience with QuickBooks
• Experience with month-end/ year-end close procedures

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.