Financial Analyst - (497038 )

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

Job summary

University of Houston seeks a Financial Analyst in Houston to support the financial analysis and reporting for Houston Public Media. You will prepare monthly and annual financial statements, analyze trends in finance and other areas, and produce ad hoc reports to support decision-making.

Role requires a minimum of 3 years of related experience or equivalent education. Familiarity with accounting systems and reporting processes is preferred; security-sensitive position with background check.

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of three (3) years of directly job-related experience.
• Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

Department: HPM BusinessServicesSalary: $56,800.00-$ 72,400.00

Description:

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

1. Prepare and analyze monthly and annual financialstatements.

2. Analyze financial accounting data and documents trends.

3. Prepare ad hoc reports and analysis of reports.

4. Monitor and reconcile FRS accounting activities; prepareentries, modifications and analysis.

5. Assist with maintenance of financial reporting systems andprovide technical support.

6. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Department is willing to accept education in lieu ofexperience.
Department is willing to accept experience in lieu ofeducation.

MQ: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical andpractical aspects of an analytical, technical or professionaldiscipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professionaldiscipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtainedthrough a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a collegeor university or an equivalent in-depth specialized trainingprogram that is directly related to the type of work beingperformed.

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

Additional Posting Information:

The Financial Analyst supports the continued operational successof Houston Public Media by ensuring that immediate and futurebusiness activities are appropriately reflected within theaccounting records adhering to compliance guidelines established bythe University and/or State guidelines.

Additional Responsibilities include:

• Subject Matter Expert when there is a need to procure contractrelated goods/ services
• Collect and review initial data from all HPM contractrequestors for completeness and accuracy (HPM/HPM-Foundation)
• Vendor contact for contracting communications (scope of work,quotes, vendor profile initiations, Cooperative Contractusage)
• Initial pre-fill of contract documentation based on originalrequests and quotes obtained (contract coversheet, sole source,standard agreement templates…)
• Assignment of HPM/HPM-Foundation contract numbers and obtainsignature from original requestor to begin routing forexecution
• Regular communication with internal business leadership toensure that contracts are in compliance with policies andprocedures. Consults with leadership on contract proposals andinquiries, as needed. Ensures final contracts submitted forapproval are correct in form and meet all university and Texasstate law requirements.
• Assist with financial data entry (requisitions, vouchers,journals), contract management tracking, financial metrics, andreporting
• Assist with documenting procedures, conducting staff trainings,preparing/ maintaining quick reference guides, and individualguidance, 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 securitysensitive and will require a criminal history check.

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