Job Information
Texas A&M University Financial Analyst in United States
Job Title
Financial Analyst
Agency
Texas A&M University
Department
Operations Finance
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Who we are
As a part of the Division of Finance, Finance for Ope r at ion s is an employee-centric organization that provides accounting services in partnership with our stakeholders. By promoting high standards of efficiency, integrity, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we ensure financial com pliance and accountability to Texas A&M University and its constituents. Finance for Ope r at ion s provides quality services that enable the institution to track and monitor fiscal ope r at ion s . Our goal is to assist in developing and maintaining quality accounting records and processes. In conjunction with various TAMU departments and external customers, we strive to provide superior customer service.
Special Notes:
The Finance of Operations organization is looking to add a Financial Analyst I, II, or III to the team. All levels are encouraged to apply. Applicants will be matched with the position that best matches their qualifications.
A cover letter and resume are strongly encouraged. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.
Must be able to remain stationary for long periods of time, constantly operates a computer and other office productivity equipment, occasionally moves about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc., occasionally lifts and/or moves light weight objects, travels from building to building.
Financial Analyst I - under general supervision, prepares projections, analyzes variances, reports findings, prepare reports, and financial presentations. This position reports directly to the Director – Finance for Facilities and Energy Services.
-Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two years of related experience in accounting, finance and/or analytical services.
-Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Analytical and organizational skills.
-Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in business related field; CMA or CPA.
Higher Education experience, and familiarity with Canopy, AggieBuy, Concur, AiM
Strong analytical and communication skills
-Essential Duties/Tasks:
Prepares projections, analyzes variances, and reports findings.
Prepare reports and financial presentations for various constituents.
Analyzes financial statements and prepares management reports for various constituents.
Researches and analyzes data in support of strategic goals.
Reviews service rate studies and determines if rates are reasonable and in compliance.
Researches budgeting, accounting, and departmental issues; analyzes data.
Maintains Business Object templates and reports.
Financial Analyst II - under direction, develops financial models, develops and maintains statistical models, prepares projections, analyzes variances and reports findings, and prepare reports and financial presentations. This position reports directly to the Director – Finance for Facilities and Energy Services.
-Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three years of related experience in accounting, finance and/or analytical services.
-Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Analytical and organizational skills.
Ability to work with large data sets.
-Essential Duties/Tasks:
Develops financial models to support strategic and programmatic goals.
Develops and maintains statistical models to perform revenue and expense forecasting.
Prepares projections, analyzes variances, and reports findings.
Prepare reports and financial presentations for various constituents.
Researches and analyzes data in support of strategic goals
Analyzes financial statements and prepares management reports for various constituents.
Reviews service rate studies and determines if rates are reasonable and in compliance.
Researches budgeting, accounting, and departmental issues; analyzes data.
Maintains Business Object templates and reports.
Financial Analyst III - under direction, assists in the management and deployment of the university budget. Coordinates legislative analysis, budget preparation, and the forecast of capital assets and operating costs. Develops financial and statistical models, serves as consultant to campus departments, and provides analysis and reports. Provides budget training. This position reports directly to the Director – Finance for Facilities and Energy Services.
-Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Five years of related experience in accounting, finance and/or analytical services.
-Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Analytical and organizational skills.
Ability to work with large data sets.
-Essential Duties/Tasks:
Assists in the management and deployment of the university budget.
Coordinates legislative analysis, budget preparation, and the forecast of capital assets and operating costs.
Participates in the bi-annual development of the legislative appropriations request.
Develops financial models to support strategic and programmatic goals.
Develops and maintains statistical models to perform revenue and expense forecasting.
Develops major presentations for communicating budget and other financial information to various audiences.
Serves as an internal consultant to campus departments.
Responds to requests from various state governmental offices and agencies.
Analyzes financial statements and prepares management reports.
Provides budget training to university employees.
Creates automated reports to enhance efficiencies and automates workflows.
Enhances data management, reporting, and data integrity in the Systems data warehouse.
Why Texas A&M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
Health (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/medical/) , dental (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/dental/) , vision (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/vision-insurance/) , life and long-term disability insurance (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/life-add/) with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/index.html) of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/sick.html) and at least eight hours of paid vacation each (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html) month
Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time (https://flourish.tamu.edu/wellness-release-time/)
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning (https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/) training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Employee Tuition Assistance (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/employee-tuition-assistance/) and Educational Release time (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/educational.html) for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
For additional information on benefits Click here (http://employees.tamu.edu/benefits/_media/documents/200benefitsWellness101.pdf)
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.