Financial Reporting Analyst

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Washington's Finance, Planning, and Budgeting (FPB) team invites applications for a Financial Reporting Analyst to join the Financial Reporting group. This role supports timely and accurate UW-wide financial statements, analyzes data, prepares journal entries, and validates footnote disclosures for GASB and SAAM compliance.

Reporting to the Accounting and Financial Reporting Manager, you will collaborate with campus partners, build robust schedules, and drive process

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field and four years of full scope accounting experience.
• Excel proficiency including complex calculations and well-structured workbooks.
• Ability to analyze, interpret and explain financial results and implement process improvements.
• Collaborative, customer-service oriented mindset and focus on process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Data Management and Analytics (60%) and supporting the monthly/quarterly statements.
• Campus Support through collaboration with stakeholders and campus partners.
• Accounting Operations and Special Projects (10%) including journal entries and schedules.
• Prepare and validate GASB/SAAM disclosures and ACFR-related schedules.
• Analyze financial results and recommend process improvements to strengthen UW reporting.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Financial analysis

Collaboration

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Workday

Lease Query

Job description

Hybrid (telework 2 days or less per week)

Seattle, WA

Full time

REQ-0000137937

Job Description

Finance, Planning, and Budgeting (FPB) has an outstanding opportunity for a Financial Reporting Analyst **tojoin their Financial Reporting team.**

**About this Opportunity**

The FPB Financial Reporting team reports to the University Controller’s Office and is responsible for providing UW’s consolidated financial reporting and other enterprise‑critical financial and accounting operations oversight for the University.

Reporting to the Accounting and Financial Reporting Manager, the Financial Reporting Analyst position is responsible for analyzing and supporting the timely and accurate preparation of the monthly and quarterly University-wide financial statements, evaluating financial reporting data, preparing journal entries, supporting schedules and analyzing supporting schedules and footnote disclosures for the UW's annual Financial Report prepared according to the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), as well as the State of WA State Administrative and Accounting Manual (SAAM). In addition, this role will be responsible for analyzing, preparing, and validating supporting schedules and disclosures for the Office of Financial Management's (OFM) Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).

The Financial Reporting Analyst will contribute to the analysis of financial results, evaluate reporting trends and variances, conduct accounting research, and recommend process improvements to strengthen UW accounting and financial reporting processes. The position applies judgment in interpreting accounting standards, assessing financial reporting impacts, and developing recommendations to support compliance and informed decision-making.

They will work independently and in partnership with the Accounting and Financial Reporting Manager, and the Associate Controller, as well as in close collaboration with process partners across campus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Management and Analytics (60%)

• Campus Support (30%)

• Accounting Operations and Special Projects (10%)

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field and four (4) years of experience in full scope accounting, including use of automated systems and data analysis tools or related field.Equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired may substitute for degree.

• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel including the ability to design and build complex calculations, and the ability to build, format and document workbooks in a user-friendly, intuitive and logical manner.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret and explain financial results, and to formulate and implement process improvements.

• This position requires a collaborative, customer service attitude and strong focus on process improvement

• Demonstrated experience in working with diverse groups, stakeholders, and teams; collaborative, inclusive, and service-oriented leadership style and the ability to foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and teamwork.

Desired:

• CPA license or demonstrated progress toward CPA designation.

• Working knowledge of GAAP according to Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).

• Working knowledge of Workday and/or Lease Query financial systems.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$77,616.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$94,560.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

Not Applicable

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 (https://policy.uw.edu/directory/po/executive-orders/eo-81-prohibiting-discrimination-harassment-and-sexual-misconduct/) .

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail] .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) .

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.