Financial Analyst- I3R

Starshopper; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waivers for employees and your

University health/dental/life and disa

Retirement program with university...

Job summary

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, is seeking a Financial Analyst to manage fiscal operations, payroll administration, budget development, and financial reporting for the Institute for Integrative and Innovative Research (I³R). The role requires collaboration with the Office of the Senior Associate Vice Chancellor for Financial Affairs and emphasizes reliable attendance and professional relationships.

The position is renewable annually based on funding and performance, with a salary in the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• At least two years of experience in accounting, reporting, and financial analysis.
• Experience supporting financial operations through Workday.

Responsibilities

• Manage fiscal operations, payroll administration, budget development, and financial analysis and reporting for the Institute for Integrative and Innovative Research (I³R).
• Collaborate with staff in the Office of the Senior Associate Vice Chancellor for Financial Affairs for guidance as needed.
• Maintain regular, reliable attendance and foster collegial working relationships.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

2+ years accounting/financial analysis

Workday experience

Education

Master's degree in Business or Operations Management

Job description

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Closing Date

09/11/2026

Type of Position

Budget and Financial Analysis

Workstudy Position

No

Job Type

Fixed Duration of Project/Grant (Fixed Term)

Work Shift

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available

No

Institution Name

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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

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Department

Executive Director I3R

Summary of Job Duties

Under the direction of the Interim Director and with a high degree of autonomy in day-to-day operations, the Financial Analyst manages fiscal operations, payroll administration, budget development, and financial analysis and reporting for the Institute for Integrative and Innovative Research (I³R). The Analyst works with staff in the Office of the Senior Associate Vice Chancellor for Financial Affairs for assistance and guidance as needed.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• At least two years of experience in accounting, reporting, and financial analysis
• Experience supporting financial operations through Workday

Applicable equivalencies may be considered on the above qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business or Operations Management
• Experience with data mining techniques
• Experience with grant and gift financial reporting
• Experience working with complex databases
• Experience with the University of Arkansas financial and accounting processes

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Solid analytical skills and the ability to think strategically
• Strong collaborative and communication skills
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to interpret and apply sponsor, donor, and university policies and procedures

Additional Information

This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance.

Salary Information

$80,000; commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information

Crystal Ellis, Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist, [e-mail]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity

N/A

Benefits Eligible

Yes