Financial Analyst Intermediate

27406BR

Edwards Campus

Position Overview

The Financial Analyst will interpret financial policies and procedures for implementation, execution, and auditing purposes for both the School of Professional Studies (SPS) and the Edwards Campus (KUEC). This position will support academic program leaders and administrative managers by providing variance analysis of spending and guidance, as well as training for the management of individual program and departmental budgets. The position will also work with the Assistant Vice Provost and SSC personnel to initiate financial changes, as appropriate. The Financial Analyst will conduct statistical analysis and modeling of financial data, in order to provide leadership with tools to make strategic decisions regarding current and future administrative spending, and current and future academic program growth. This position may supervise staff and students. The Financial Analyst supports the educational needs of Johnson County Education Research Triangle (JCERT) programs, funded through a 1/8 of a cent sales tax within Johnson County. Specific percentages of effort for JCERT are determined each year.

If you are looking for a rewarding and dynamic career, look no farther than the University of Kansas. In addition to a competitive salary, KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 96 hours of sick leave earned per year, 9 paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a great retirement program, medical and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options and state of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational opportunities for employees. KU is a great place to work!

Job Description

80% – Financial Analysis and Management

• Interpret financial policies and procedures for implementation, execution, and auditing purposes for the Edwards Campus and the School of Professional Studies.
• Perform complex technical analysis and financial reporting for varied and complex sources of funding, including but not limited to:
  • Analysis for grant and JCERT payroll allocations.
  • Grant financial management, including monitoring expenses and ensuring proper funding.
  • Assisting with grant and JCERT effort reporting, when appropriate.
  • Generating unit-specific financial reports and models for Program Directors and Managers, utilizing various funding sources, including generated income, state allocations, tax revenue, grants, endowment, and tuition.
  • Performing ad-hoc analysis and reports for campus leadership, which may include pricing and risk models, revenue share analysis, expense and revenue trends and multi-year projections, and other projects.
• Research and prepare financial analyses with explanations to non-fiscal staff and faculty.
  • Assist staff with resolving program-related financial questions, which may include policy research, communicating with central offices and coordinating responses to internal and external clients/customers.
  • Perform variance analysis and present findings to leadership.
• Initiate financial changes as directed to ensure accounting principles are followed.
• Develop training materials and assist leadership with developing a strategic model for financial operations.
• Prepare financial forecasts and reports from the budget, accounting, and payroll systems.
  • Update Edwards Campus academic cost sheets and innovate improvements to related processes and tools.
  • Prepare annual academic call for budgets documentation and compile overall budget requests.
  • Maintain financial records for KUEC’s portfolio of events, including marketing and other accounts.  Identify discrepancies or errors and notify appropriate staff.
  • Audit financial reports for accuracy and completeness.
• May provide leadership/guidance with development, design, or interpretation of financial information systems and/or business processes.
  • Interprets campus administration’s reporting requirements to create customized reports and dashboards in the University’s financial reporting systems.
• Manage accounts receivable for Events, including tracking outstanding receivables, generating invoices, submitting payments, and collecting on outstanding accounts.
  • Receipt payments, take incoming calls and messages regarding customer accounts, cancel invoices, and make adjustments as necessary, reconcile A/R balances, and run month-end reports.
• Manage accounts payable for Edwards Campus and SPS
  • Approve purchasing requests, providing appropriate funding information, and ensuring costs are allowable.
  • Liaise with Shared Service Center to ensure proper and timely payments.

15% – Other Analytical and Management Duties

• Other activities/duties may involve serving on various committees and working in individual and team settings to accomplish overall financial goals.
• May include occasional on-site travel to both in-state and out-of-state professional development opportunities.
• Adhere to University of Kansas and State of Kansas policies and procedures.

5% – Other Duties as Assigned

• May supervise student employees
• Work towards continuous improvement on business procedures and tasks.  Provide feedback on and suggest changes or updates to departmental policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of related experience OR High School diploma and 5 years of related experience.

Excellent communication skills as evident in application materials and interview process.

Two years of experience using spreadsheet software.

Experience with database management.

One year of customer service experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree and 3 years of related experience

Experience working in higher education.

Experience working in a compliance-driven organization and experience handling confidential information.

Experience and demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, team environment.

Experience and demonstrated ability to work professionally and effectively with diverse individuals, including students, faculty, administrators, and professional groups.

Experience or prior knowledge of University of Kansas policies and procedures.

Contact Information to Applicants

Jennifer Mellenbruch
[email protected]

Additional Candidate Instruction

In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:

A cover letter addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met.

Resume or curriculum vitae.

Contact information for three professional references.

Application review begins April 15, 2024 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is established.

Advertised Salary Range

$65,000-$72,000, salary increases with relevant experience

Application Review Begins

15-Apr-2024

Anticipated Start Date

09-Jun-2024

Primary Campus

Univ of Kansas Edwards Campus

FLSA Status

Administrative

Employee Class

U-Unclassified Professional Staff

Work Schedule

M-F 8-5
KU Edwards Campus
Regnier Hall
Ste 170

Job Family

Administrative/Management-KUL

Work Location Assignment

Hybrid

Disclaimer

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