Financial Analyst I (Athletics)

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reduction

Retirement plans

Recreation access

Job summary

The University of Arizona Athletics Department invites applicants for the Financial Analyst I role. You will analyze and prepare recommendations for short-term financial planning and forecasting, support budgeting decisions with variance analysis, and assist with financial reports for Arizona Athletics.

The position requires a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and travel as needed, and does not offer visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; 1 year of relevant work experience preferred.
• Experience in budgeting and financial reporting.
• Ability to work independently with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct basic research and data analysis from multiple sources.
• Assist in preparing regular financial data for departmental units.
• Generate reports on departmental expenses and revenues.
• Assist in preparing financial forecasts by analyzing historical data and trends.
• Assist with financial forecasting and reconciliation of internal accounts.
• Accurately record and store financial information.
• Assist with completing financial reporting including audits and required reports.
• Coordinate programs under leadership guidance.
• Maintain budget accountability.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Data analysis

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Adobe Suite

Job description

Address 1 National Championship Drive, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA

Position Highlights

The Athletics Department is dedicated to excellence in collegiate sports, building a modern model of intercollegiate athletics fostering integrity, innovation, and student‑athlete success.

The University of Arizona's Athletics Department invites you to apply for the role of Financial Analyst I. This position analyzes and prepares recommendations for short-term financial planning and forecasting, conducts ad hoc budget analysis to support accurate financial reporting, monitors the Athletics Department's performance against budget and financial targets, and assists with completing financial reports for Arizona Athletics.

This position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and travel as needed. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding UA benefits include

• health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• life insurance and disability programs
• paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members
• retirement plans
• access to UA recreation and cultural activities
• and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work‑life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocation services,

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct basic research and data analysis by compiling, interpreting, and evaluating data from various sources.
• Assist in the preparation of regular financial data for departmental units.
• Generate reports on departmental expenses and revenues.
• Assist in preparing financial forecasts by analyzing historical data, identifying trends, and making projections to support budgeting decisions.
• Assist with financial forecasting and the reconciliation of internal accounts.
• Accurately record and store financial information.
• Assist with completing all necessary financial reporting for the Athletics Department, including the Federal EADA Report, NCAA/AUP Report, NCAA Bowl Report, and UBIT. Serve as one of the points of contact during external audits.
• Assist in coordinating programs and projects under the guidance of leadership or departmental unit leaders.
• Budget accountability.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and maintain a high level of organization.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Athletics Department staff, administrators, and external partners.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with meticulous attention to detail while meeting established deadlines.
• Ability to lead and facilitate group meetings.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and financial management practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Adobe Suite programs; and other relevant software.
• Basic knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.
• One (1) year of relevant work experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a college or university athletics department.
• Experience developing, managing, and monitoring budgets.

FLSA Exempt

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 + nights and weekends

Job FTE 1.0

Work Calendar Fiscal

Job Category Finance

Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay DOE

Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade 7

Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator .

Career Stream and Level PC1

Job Family Budget & Financial Analysis

Job Function Finance

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies 1

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates

William Wheeler
Senior Associate Athletic Director, CFO
[e-mail]

Open Date 8/6/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Documents Needed to Apply Resume, Cover Letter, and One Additional Document

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In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at [e-mail].