Higher Education Financial Analyst: Reporting & Forecasting

The University of Texas at Arlington Portal; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

The University of Texas at Arlington is seeking a Financial Analyst to support the Accounting Services department in Arlington, TX. The role focuses on preparing and analyzing financial reports for the University and external agencies, and ensuring accuracy in accounting data.

You will provide financial data for internal management requirements, participate in year-end closing, and contribute to forecasting and variance analysis while upholding University policies and standards.

Qualifications

• BBA in accounting or business related field.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting with experience in financial reporting, forecasting and financial analysis or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.
• Experience in PeopleSoft Query and other reporting tools, General Ledger, Assets and other PeopleSoft FMS modules.
• Advanced Excel knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

• Timely and accurate preparation of University financial reports, including: Annual Financial Report schedules and related reports.
• Compilation and calculation of financial data needed for year-end closing processes.
• Reconcile gift pledge activity and maintain support for gift pledge receivables.
• Reconcile transfers between university and UT System and other System campuses for system consolidation.
• Create ad hoc reports as required.
• Review, analyze and correct financial data to maintain accuracy in the financial system.
• Complete variance analysis to ensure accuracy and assist in forecasting.
• Represent the University in meetings related to financial reporting and attend training to maintain knowledge of accounting and reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable University policies and local, state and federal requirements.
• Complete special projects as assigned.

Skills

Advanced Excel

PeopleSoft ERP

Financial reporting

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

BBA in accounting or business

CPA

Higher Education experience

GASB knowledge

Tools

PeopleSoft Query

PeopleSoft FMS

General Ledger software

Job description

The University of Texas at Arlington is seeking a Financial Analyst to support the Accounting Services department in Arlington, TX. The role focuses on preparing and analyzing financial reports for the University and external agencies, and ensuring accuracy in accounting data.

You will provide financial data for internal management requirements, participate in year-end closing, and contribute to forecasting and variance analysis while upholding University policies and standards.