"Financial Analyst III"

Financial Analyst III

University of California Riverside

Job Number: 31997697
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Schedule: 8AM - 5PM
Salary: $71,100 - $128,700

Position Information

Reporting to the Financial and Administrative Officer (FAO) for English and Philosophy and the FAO for History, this role demands an advanced level of professional expertise in the areas of financial/budget analysis, fiscal management, contracts and grants, and administrative oversight for the English, History, and Philosophy departments. Monitors and reconciles monthly, quarterly, and annual financial transaction detail ledgers. This role encompasses comprehensive administration and coordination of all fiscal operations within the departmental budgets, ensuring meticulous analysis of financial trends, accurate budget projections, and maintaining fiscal integrity and control. Reviews departmental accounting and budgetary processes and procedures for departments. This role involves a critical evaluation of all expenditures and payroll transactions to ensure compliance with budget constraints, appropriateness of expenses, sufficiency of funds, and accuracy of accounts. Prepares complex budget reports and analyses for FAO, departmental chairs, and/or faculty and plays a collaborative role in the year-end fiscal close process. Provides expert guidance to faculty regarding policies, procedures, and financial reporting related to contracts and grants. Involved in the strategic management and allocation of financial resources for graduate students, readers, and other academic student employees. Serving as the HR/AP Payroll Coordinator, the role demands an in-depth understanding of payroll processes for all faculty, adjuncts, staff, and student appointments, ensuring stringent compliance with internal audit requirements and University policies for all financial activities.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to be considered for the position. Additionally, this position is also eligible for a hybrid remote work schedule. The schedule may change depending on department needs and college/university policies.

This position is designated as a Career Ladder recruitment, which means the hiring department can recruit and fill this role at different levels within the position classification series. Therefore, this position is currently posted as (Financial Analyst 2(Recruitment ID # 31996594), and Financial Analyst 3 (Recruitment ID# 31997700). Applicants are encouraged to review both positions to determine the best match for their skills. All applicants will be assessed based on the minimum requirements for the recruitment for which they applied.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a university employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Education

Degree Requirement
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required

Experience

Experience Requirement
4 - 7 years of related experience. Required

Minimum Requirements

• Ability to function as a member of a team.
• Ability to present information in a clear and concise manner both in writing and verbally.
• Has ability to independently gather required information, organize, and perform financial analysis assignments.
• Proven interpersonal skills with peers throughout the organization; service orientation; critical thinking; attention to detail; ability to multi-task in a high volume environment, organizational skills.
• Thorough knowledge of finance policies, practices and systems.
• Proven ability to use spreadsheet and database software for complex financial analysis, fiscal management and financial reports.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources.