Senior Financial Analyst

Position Summary

The Senior Financial Analyst provides managerial accounting for the University's Plant Funds, analytical support in the development of the University Financial Statements, and support and coordination of the University's various external audits. This is accomplished through corporate and department level accounting and reporting, collaboration with Controller's Office staff in the development of the University's financial statements, and support of the University's external audit partners. The position manages several accounting functions, namely Plant Funds and separate endowment assets, and directs the work of one other employee.

Essential Functions

• In partnership with the Assistant Controller of Financial Reporting and Manager of Financial Reporting and Investment Accounting, assist with the preparation of the University's quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Develop, report and finalize the Plant operations of the financial statements.
• Assist the Assistant Controller of Financial Reporting with the annual Financial Statement audit, Single Audit and EZ audit submission, NCAA Compliance audit, 990 & 990T and state tax filings and Retirement Plan audit.
• Prepare detailed work papers for the various University audits and work closely with the University's external auditors to resolve supporting documentation related to the audits.
• Assist in the compilation, editing and preparation of various Business & Financial Affairs (B&FA) reports presented to the Senior Vice Chancellor for B&FA and Board of Trustees.
• Develop and maintain the University's policy and practice regarding tax-exempt bond compliance.
• Collaborate with Controller's Office staff to identify opportunities for efficiencies through automation of data and processes.
• Supervise an Accountant III employee in their support to the Facilities division in the areas of deferred maintenance, energy saving strategies, Building & Grounds board presentations and capital budgeting.