Accounting Analyst - 529365

The University of Alabama • Tuscaloosa, AL

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounting Analyst conducts analysis and develops reports for specialized financial functions within the central finance area. Analyzes financial statements. Provides expert knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and techniques in accordance with industry standards, current laws, and university policy. May supervise or train lower level accountants or other staff. This role provides advanced financial and budgetary analysis to support strategic decision-making for the Assistant Vice President for University Budgets and Campus Financial Affairs and the Senior Associate Vice President for Finance/Chief Financial Officer. It applies specialized knowledge and analytical skills to perform financial and accounting studies in support of university planning and decision-making responsibilities, continually adapting analytical methods to fulfill evolving duties and responsibilities within the finance function.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related financial field and six (6) years of accounting experience; OR Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and four (4) years of accounting experience.
• Experience performing financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, or accounting functions.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze profit-and-loss statements and other financial reports.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and financial analysis tools.
• Ability to present complex financial information clearly and effectively in written and oral formats.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial analysis techniques, and budgeting practices.
• Ability to synthesize large volumes of financial data into meaningful insights.
• Strong attention to detail with an ability to see broader financial implications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity when handling confidential information.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation.

Nice To Haves

• CPA and/or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Experience in higher education finance, budgeting, or institutional analysis.
• Experience supporting senior leadership or executive-level decision-making.
• Familiarity with ERP financial systems and financial reporting tools.
• Experience developing financial models, scenario analyses, or dashboards.

Responsibilities

• Conducts analysis and develops reports for specialized financial functions within the central finance area.
• Analyzes financial statements.
• Provides expert knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and techniques in accordance with industry standards, current laws, and university policy.
• May supervise or train lower level accountants or other staff.
• Provides advanced financial and budgetary analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Applies specialized knowledge and analytical skills to perform financial and accounting studies in support of university planning and decision-making responsibilities.
• Continually adapts analytical methods to fulfill evolving duties and responsibilities within the finance function.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level