Financial Services Analyst, Operations

UM01 University of Maryland College Park (UMCP); United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland, College Park (Division of Information Technology) is seeking a qualified Analyst to support the AVP and Finance team with financial tracking, budgeting, reconciliation, and procurement tasks. The role demands meticulous attention to detail and the ability to collaborate across levels.

The position may require evenings or different shifts for extended periods, and requires in-person work at College Park, MD. Telework is not guaranteed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Three (3) years of professional budget, finance, or accounting experience.
• Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and internal control practices.
• Knowledge of budget functions including preparation, balancing, and internal control.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
• Ability to acquire, apply and expand knowledge of the University’s policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial tracking and operational support to the AVP, Finance team and Division.
• Create and maintain financial reports, budgeting, reconciliation, procurement/purchasing.
• Lead the division on travel compliance and other activities related to running financial and operational aspects.
• Respond to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders with attention to detail.

Skills

Budgeting

GAAP knowledge

Internal controls

Oral and written communication

Multi-tasking

University policies

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description Summary

This position is available within the University of Maryland’s Division of Information Technology (DIT). The Division of Information Technology (DIT) is looking to hire an experienced professional for the Analyst position to provide a broad range of support to the Assistant Vice President, the Finance team, as well as the Division. This position will provide support with financial tracking as well as operational support within the division, including, but not limited to: creating and maintaining financial reports, budgeting, reconciliation, procurement/purchasing, leading the division on travel compliance and other activities related to the running of the operational and financial aspects of the division. Excellent attention to detail is essential. The Analyst will respond to various inquiries both external and internal to the organization and must have the ability to work well with all levels of staff, as well as be welcoming, forward-thinking, and self-motivated.

This position is considered essential and may be required to work at the normal work location or an alternative location during a major catastrophic event, weather emergency, or other operational emergency to help maintain the continuity of University services.

May be required to work evenings, nights, weekends, or different shifts for extended periods.

Physical Demands: Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

Licenses/Certifications: N/A

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.


• Experience: Three (3) years of professional budget, finance, or accounting experience.


• Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.


• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and internal control practices.


• Knowledge of budget functions including preparation, balancing, and internal control.


• Skill in oral and written communication.


• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.


• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.


• Ability to acquire, apply and expand knowledge of the University’s policies.

Additional Job Details Preferences

• Experience in financial management.


• Experience with customer support.


• Experience using Concur and Workday.


• Experience working in a higher education setting.

Additional Information

Please note that all positions within the Division of Information Technology (DIT) have an in person component with expected time in our College Park, MD location per week. Telework is not a guaranteed work arrangement. Visa Sponsorship Information: DIT will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future. F1 STEM OPT support is not available for this position. Remote Work: This position may be eligible for some telework, but that will be dependent on projects and needs of the project/department. There will be a regular in-office requirement.

Benefits Summary

Regular Salary Range $75,000.00 - $90,000.00. For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link.

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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About the University

The University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship university and one of the nation's preeminent public research universities. A global leader in research, entrepreneurship and innovation, the university is home to more than 40,700 students, 14,000 faculty and staff, and 388,000 alumni all dedicated to the pursuit of Fearless Ideas. Located just outside Washington, D.C., we discover and share new knowledge every day through our renowned research enterprise and programs in academics, the arts and athletics. And we are committed to social entrepreneurship as the nation’s first “Do Good” campus. The University works hard to make its websites accessible to any and all users.