Senior Financial Analyst, Financial Reporting

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Iowa is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to perform a broad range of accounting and financial analysis duties to support compliant operations across departments and units. The role emphasizes accurate reporting, bond statements, and year-end close, with potential campus meetings as needed.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or finance, plus at least three years of accounting and financial reporting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and advanced

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Three years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, and/or financial reporting
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain accounting information to non-financial audiences
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills, including researching and resolving discrepancies
• Experience using accounting or financial system software.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly/quarterly/annual financial reports
• Prepare and analyze the annual and ad-hoc bond segment financial statements. Play a lead role in annual bond audit
• Assist in the year-end closing of accounts and preparation of consolidated University of Iowa audited financial report
• Develop financial reports from lead sheets and other sources to complete audit schedules, financial report footnotes and management discussion and analysis
• Conduct variance analysis of financial information

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Experience with financial reporting

Experience with accounting/financials

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

Accounting/financial software

Job description

Join the University of Iowa as a Senior Financial Analyst, where you will perform a broad range of accounting and financial analysis responsibilities to assure effective and compliant organizational/department/unit operations. Provide accurate and timely accounting information that is used to develop reports, conduct financial analysis and planning and ensure compliance with internal policies and regulations. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship foreemployment authorization.

Duties to Include:

• Assist with monthly/quarterly/annual financial reports
• Prepare and analyze the annual and ad-hoc bond segment financial statements. Play a lead role in annual bond audit
• Assist in the year-end closing of accounts and preparation of consolidated University of Iowa audited financial report.
• Develop financial reports from lead sheets and other sources to complete audit schedules, financial report footnotes and management discussion and analysis.
• Conduct variance analysis of financial information.

Location: 100% Remote within Iowa

Schedule: 8:00am-4:30pm, This position will be fully remote, but may be required to come to campus for meetings, training, etc.

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Three years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, and/or financial reporting
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain accounting information to non-financial audiences
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills, including researching and resolving discrepancies
• Experience using accounting or financial system software.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word

Desired Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or CPA-eligible
• Master's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or a related field
• Experience with query, reporting, database, or financial reporting tools, such as Microsoft Access or comparable systems
• Experience with GASB or FASB Standards
• Experience in higher education, governmental or public-sector accounting, or complex organizational financial reporting
• Experience with debt or bond financial reporting or external audits
• Experience with process improvements, implementing reporting changes, or developing financial procedures or internal controls

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. State agency employers in Iowa are required to use E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. University of Iowa employees, including those who work remotely or out-of-state, are subject to E-Verify.

Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success.

Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance.

Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation.

Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.

Additional Information

• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: Hybrid within Iowa, Remote within Iowa

Compensation

Contact Information

• Organization: Finance & Operations (General)
• Contact Name: Andy Brus

Equal opportunity employer

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, [phone] or [e-mail] . For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543 .