FINANCIAL ANALYST

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley seeks a Financial Analyst to provide financial analysis for the Planning and Analysis department. You will handle debt administration, budgeting, contracts, and regulatory reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Finance/Accounting/Business and at least two years of related experience, with strong Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook skills. Hybrid work is available with remote options near a UTRGV campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration from an accredited University.
• Two years of finance or accounting experience with planning/forecasting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Preferred: experience in a state agency and/or higher education setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accounting records and produces accounting reports and financial analysis.
• Prepares monthly summary reports, government reports, and annual schedules.
• Reviews accounts and fund groups for entry propriety and voucher approvals.
• Analyzes fiscal accounting and related systems.
• Prepares financial feasibility studies.
• Maintains cost data for regulatory reporting.
• Prepares recommendations to update fiscal services.
• Proposes department policies and procedures.
• Generates relevant correspondence.
• Manages and reconciles accounts for assigned programs.
• Assists in receivables review and modification (e.g., student loans).
• Interprets and ensures compliance with federal, state, and University policy.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Admin

Master's Degree in Business

Job description

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

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

Faculty Recruitment:
College of Engineering & Computer Science: [e-mail]

Robert C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship: [e-mail]

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

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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].

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number SRGV9163

Working Title

Working Title FINANCIAL ANALYST

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Location

Department

Department Planning and Analysis

FTE

FTE 1.0

FLSA

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

Employment Category Full-Time

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary Commensurate with Experience

Posted Salary

Posted Salary Commensurate with Experience

Position Available Date

Position Available Date 09/25/2026

Grant Funded Position

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.

Special Instructions to Applicants

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].

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.