Sr. Financial Analyst

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA); Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Facilities Management is seeking a Sr. Financial Analyst to join the Finance team. The role focuses on rigorous financial analysis, budgeting, and proactive financial planning in collaboration with AVC and division directors.

The position emphasizes strong knowledge of accounting systems, internal controls, and the ability to navigate UC financial policies. The hybrid schedule supports five-day workweeks with three onsite and two remote days.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of finance policies, practices, and systems.
• In-depth knowledge of the University accounting system; working knowledge of UC-System policies and procedures.
• Ability to independently gather information to organize and perform financial analysis assignments.
• Proven ability to present information verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner.
• Proficient in spreadsheet and database software for complex financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports.
• Experience with automated financial systems (General Ledger, MAXIMO, BRUINBUY PLUS, UCPath, SmartView, Tableau).
• In-depth knowledge of MAXIMO and Oracle financials.
• Interpersonal skills with peers; strong service orientation, attention to detail; multitasking in a high-volume environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to function as a team member or lead on projects.
• Understanding of internal control practices and safeguarding university resources.
• Ability to manage recurring tasks with strategic oversight and flexible hours.

Skills

Finance policies

Financial analysis

Verbal & written communication

Multitasking

Internal controls

Tools

Excel

Access

COGNOS

MAXIMO

BRUINBUY PLUS

UCPath

SmartView

Tableau

Oracle Financials

Job description

This position offers the opportunity to work remotely on a hybrid schedule: three days per week onsite and two days per week remote.

Department Summary

The Finance department supports Facilities Management and works in consultation with the Associate Vice Chancellor and Directors heading up each operating unit to monitor finances, control deviations, anticipate financial trends and initiate proactive responses. The department's input is integral in strategic planning, financial planning and analysis, risk management and budgeting for the Facilities Management division. Finance has responsibility for overseeing over $200 million of expenditures. The annual fiscal responsibility breaking down to: facilities management, energy services, AVC office (Facilities Administration), space and other funds with a division FTE of approximately 1,000. The department has responsibility for providing accounting and finance services to the employees of Facilities Management to include payroll services. In addition to departmental functions, the Finance department is the primary financial liaison with the Administrative Vice Chancellor's office and the Academic Planning and Budget office.

Position Summary

UCLA Facilities Management is hiring a Sr. Financial Analyst. The work is an important part of our Finance department. We are looking for someone to join our team.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

• 1. Thorough knowledge of finance policies, practices, and systems. Thorough knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and systems. (Required)
• 3. In-depth knowledge of the University accounting system. Working knowledge of UC-System financial policies and procedures and ability to apply to departmental fund accounting (Preferred)
• 4. Ability to independently gather required information to organize, and perform financial analysis assignments. (Required)
• 5. Proven ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner. (Required)
• 6. Proven ability using spreadsheet and database software for complex financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports (Excel, Access, COGNOS) and other systems. Ability to use automated financial systems (General Ledger, MAXIMO, BRUINBUY PLUS, UCPath, SmartView, Tableau). (Required)
• 7. In-depth knowledge of MAXIMO (Facilities Management's asset management software system) and Oracle financials. Ability to use spreadsheet and database management software (Excel, Access, COGNOS) and other systems. (Required)
• 8. Proven interpersonal skills with peers throughout the organization; strong service orientation and critical thinking skills; and attention to detail. Proven ability using organizational skills to multi-task in a high volume environment. (Required)
• 9. Ability to adapt to changing priorities. (Required)
• 10. Ability to function as a member of a team. Ability to serve as lead or subject matter expert on teams. (Required)
• 11. Thorough knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources. (Required)
• 12. Demonstrated ability to manage select tasks on a recurring basis (annually, quarterly, monthly, weekly, daily) with strategic oversight; Willingness and ability to work flexible hours when required. (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
• Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Schedule

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Union/Policy Covered

CX-Clerical & Allied Services