Commercial Card Program Analyst II

The University of Texas at Austin•Austin, UT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Procurement and Payment Services (PPS) team serves The University of Texas at Austin as a trusted partner, providing integrated procure-to-payment support, and strategically addressing sourcing, contracting, revenue generating opportunities and payment needs, while safeguarding for the highest-level of qualified and varied supplier performance. This role serves as a senior analytical resource for the Commercial Card Program, driving data-informed decision-making, compliance monitoring, and process improvement. The work is meaningful and has a significant impact on the university's operations and the student experience.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
At least 3-5 years of experience in financial analysis, audit, procurement, or commercial card program administration.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.
Class "C" operator's driver's license.
Must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence.
If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident.

Nice To Haves

Certified Purchasing Card Professional (CPCP) certification
Experience in higher education or public sector procurement
Demonstrated project leadership experience

Responsibilities

Conducts in-depth analysis of commercial card transaction data, spend patterns, and program KPIs.
Develops and maintains recurring KPI/KPR reports, identifies trends and input to inform procurement strategies, and prepares detailed reports and presentations for program leadership.
Conducts program audits and analyzes commercial card transactions for compliance with university policy, procedure, and state regulation.
Investigates unusual purchasing patterns, recommends corrective actions, and compiles audit findings into actionable reports.
Supports efforts to implement the banking expense management platform, including hierarchy troubleshooting, database maintenance, and data governance.
Evaluates and recommends technology solutions, such as automation and analytics tools, to improve program efficiency.
Supports current bank platform, hierarchy management, commercial card operations.
Partners with the AVP and program leadership on process improvement initiatives, system enhancements, and special projects.
Supports change-management efforts and documents standard operating procedures.
Serves as a liaison to campus stakeholders, vendors, and financial institution partners.
Prepares correspondence, training materials, and communications supporting program initiatives.
Expected to follow the Procurement Services communications pipleline for all cardholder comms.
Must understand that commercial card program is a key part of overall procurement process and strategy.
Actively pursues professional development and relevant certification (e.g., CPCP).
Participates in cross-functional committees and stretch projects designed to build readiness for future program leadership responsibilities.
Additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
Tuition assistance
Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card