Senior Financial Analyst

Title: Senior Financial Analyst

Employee Classification: Senior Financial Analyst

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation

Department: HSC-Research Financial Services-390060

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commensurate with Experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

The Research Financial Services office is dedicated to delivering outstanding customer service through compliance, transparency, and accountability in managing the University’s research funds. We uphold the highest standards of integrity while providing clear guidance and efficient financial management. By fostering collaboration and continuously improving our processes, we support the University’s research mission, empower innovation, and build trust with all stakeholders.

Position Overview

The Senior Financial Analyst is a key role within an organization, responsible for conducting in-depth financial analysis to support and influence key business decisions. This role involves developing sophisticated financial models, preparing forecasts, managing and analyzing complex grant portfolio's receivables and revenue monthly. Providing in-depth information to senior management is crucial for realistic planning in a tumultuous research environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and four (4) years related experience, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of financial and budget forecasting.
• Proficient in a number of computer applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and a variety of other software applications.
• Experience in data analysis and visualization to draw relevant conclusions.
• Experience compiling statistical data and preparing a report.
• Experience in recommending actions through analysis and studying proposed changes in processes.
• Experience in budgeting, including research clinical trials budgeting, long-term strategic planning, and resource allocation processes.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships through solid communication and excellent interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in business applications, such as Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel.
• Demonstrated knowledge of financial systems; internet and computer literacy.
• Knowledge of Uniform Guideance.
• Strong communication skills, including ability to prepare materials for and clearly and effectively communicate
• information to internal and external audiences.

Job Duties

• Perform and design adhoc analyses of large complex data sets: reconcile complex accounts. Identify and resolve complex issues which may span multiple areas.
• Manage sponsor portfolios, including billing, reconciling, reporting, and related duties.
• Process monthly grant revenue, provide senior leadership with forecasting and analysis.
• Execute internal control programs established by management, research new regulations, and recommend and implement approved changes. May manage the compliance program for the area of responsibility and create complex compliance reports. 
• Develop reports and presentations of complex financial data and metrics for management and third parties.
• Develop and maintain desktop procedures and process documentation for area of responsibility.
• Participate as a member of a project team; support new initiatives. Make decisions determining approach to managing and completing processes. 
• Serve as liaison and active partner between principal investigators, Office of Sponsored Research, research groups, and other departments; respond to sponsor inquiries. 
• Collaborate with Office of Sponsored Research to ensure awards are set up properly, allowable expenses are properly allocated and cost-sharing requirements are fulfilled; initiate cost transfers in a timely manner with adequate justifications. 

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.