United States Job Openings

University of Texas at Arlington

Senior Financial Analyst

Arlington

FULL TIME

December 3, 2024

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number

S05898P

Position Title

Senior Financial Analyst

UTSystem Title

Senior Financial Analyst

Department

Budget, Planning and Analysis

Location

Arlington

Job Family

Finance/Accounting

Position Status

Full-time

Work Hours

Standard

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm

Remote work options possible upon leadership approval and requires employee to live in the Texas region, have access to a computer, internet, and the ability to work independently.
Travel for professional development/conferences as needed.
Extended hours may be required during peak processing of projects and the annual budget preparation.

Open to

External and Internal

Salary

Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.

Duration

Funding expected to continue

Pay Basis

Monthly

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Benefits at UTA

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits

To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

Job Summary

This position will support the university’s operations and strategic initiatives by developing advanced financial models, performing complex financial analysis, and providing strategic insights to optimize resource allocation and financial planning. This role requires mastery in financial analysis, a solid ability to learn and integrate new technologies, and exceptional skills in optimizing existing tools and processes. It is essential for leveraging technology and automation tools to modernize financial processes, enhance financial transparency, and improve performance analytics across the institution.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Develop advanced financial models and perform complex financial analysis to support the university’s operations and strategic initiatives.
Provide strategic insights to optimize resource allocation and financial planning.
Utilize software systems to develop financial reports for budgeting, forecasting, and result-focused analytics.
Leverage technology and automation tools to modernize financial processes, enhance financial transparency, and improve speed, availability, and accuracy of data and analysis.
Identify performance improvement opportunities and suggest enhancements to policies, procedures, and processes.
Provide analytical, forecasting, reporting, and project support to senior leadership and other analysts.
Produce monthly reports, including key metrics, financial results, and variance reporting.
Collaborate with various departments to gather, maintain, and develop data standards.
Support the integration and optimization of data flows across financial processes.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Statistics or related field.
Proven experience in using skills for analyzing, modeling, and reporting financial performance with attention to detail and data integrity.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with higher education financial data and reporting, or consulting experience with an analytic background across multiple sectors/industries.
Proven expertise in working with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, such as Hyperion, People Soft, or similar tools.
Demonstrated experience to lead senior-level projects.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Skilled systems thinker with the ability to quickly shift between detailed tasks and high-level strategic thinking, understanding the interrelatedness of processes and data flows.
Mastery in financial analysis, modeling, and reporting.
Advanced proficiency in Excel and Power Point.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
Professional ability to learn and integrate new technologies swiftly.
Proven expertise in optimizing tools and processes for efficiency.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Professional organizational and time management skills.
Professional analytical skills and excellent communication skills to interact with Senior Management and across functional teams.
Mastery in Excel and Power Point.
Demonstrated ability to swiftly learn and integrate new technologies, including AI tools, into day-to-day processes.
Highly skilled in optimizing existing tools and processes to automate, streamline, and expedite tasks, ensuring the are done faster, easier, and more accurately.

Other Requirements

Specific job requirements or physical location of position allocated to this classification render the position security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code 51.215.

Working Conditions

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Who We Are
The University of Texas at Arlington’s Office of Budgets, Planning & Analysis mission is to effectively lead the development and management of the University Budget, deliver accurate financial planning information to University administration and University department heads, provide professional support to the University community, and prepare accurate reporting documents to University of Texas System Office, Board of Regents, Legislative Budget Board, and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

Open Until Filled

Minimum Number of References Required

Maximum Number of References Accepted

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* What is the highest level of education attained?
- GED
- High School Diploma
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Ph D or equivalent

* What is your skill level with Microsoft Excel?
- No Skills/Basic
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- Proficient

* How many years of progressively responsible experience do you have working in finance or accounting?
- 1 to 2 years
- 2 to 3 years
- 3 to 4 years
- 5 years or more

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

Resume or CV

Cover/Interest Letter

November 29, 2024

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