Senior Financial Analyst

Closing Date:

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Required Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance, or related field;
• Minimum ofseven (7) years of professional experience in accounting or finance;
• Previous financial reporting experience and a good understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP);
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Word.

Preferred Education and/or Experience

• Workday and/or Anaplan experience;
• Familiarity with higher education reporting in Arkansas;
• An advanced degree in business management or related area;
• At least ten (10) years of professional experience in accounting or finance;
• Experience in a university setting.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing accurate annual required reports to the UA System Office, Arkansas Department of Higher Education (ADHE), Department of Finance and Administration (DFA), other state and federal agencies, and internal reports to Budget, Financial Services, and the VCFA as requested;
• Assist in the design of Anaplan reports for campus use;
• Support UA Little Rock's strategic planning and budget processes as assigned or in the absence of the AVC or Asst. Director through participation on university committees;
• Assist in the position control process as needed to ensure that ongoing funding is budgetarily linked to positions;
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work as a strong team player who demonstrates initiative and embraces projects with enthusiasm and interest to benefit the campus community;
• The ability to perform independent, highly complex and technical, budget and financial analyses;
• Outstanding presentation, reporting, and communication skills;
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through;
• Ability to effectively provide information, explain complex concepts, and positively respond to questions from both external and internal customers;
• Ability to provide excellent customer service;
• Ability to work in a fast-moving environment; flexible and adaptable to change;
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive issues or information;
• Able to manage multiple tasks and activities simultaneously;
• Knowledge of UA Little Rock and/or UA System is a plus.

Additional Information:

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.