Finance/Budget Analyst II

University of Central Florida • Orlando, FL

21h • $56,030

About The Position

The Finance/Budget Analyst II will process financial transactions within the university's financial systems. This position will also prepare statements and reports relating to an assigned area of responsibility and apply university accounting policies and procedures. The Analyst is tasked with assembling, analyzing, reconciling data and transactions, and making necessary adjustments with proper internal controls. They will also assist with budgeting in Adaptive Planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience or combination of relevant comparable education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219.
• Applicant must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer, as sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or a related field, ideally within higher education, grants, or a research setting.
• Advanced proficiency in financial analysis tools such as Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, charts, and macros.
• Previous experience with reconciliations and data analysis.
• Demonstrated experience in critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical decision-making.
• Familiarity with Workday Adaptive or similar financial systems is preferred.
• Proven ability to effectively communicate with all stakeholders, including the preparation and discussion of financial reports and recommendations.
• Excellent organizational skills with careful attention to detail and accuracy.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Create and produce timely monthly financial operating and budget variance reports -primarily on grants.
• Provide routine financial analysis and on an ad hoc basis to management.
• Collaborate on budget planning with the budgeting team.
• Approve, deny, or return Workday spend and HR transactions.
• Review, reconcile, and validate Workday Worktags; initiate Worktag changes as needed.
• Prepare Accounting Adjustments and Payroll Accounting Adjustments as needed.
• Coordinate the budgeting and processing of graduate assistantships for CREOL including tuition waiver allocations/payments (including fellowships through the foundation).
• Work with the Finance Director within Adaptive for budget planning purposes.
• Work closely with other members of the business center to disseminate accounting information and ensure compliance.
• Other duties as assigned to accomplish the overall mission of the College including, but not limited to, the timely completion of university and college trainings and updates.

Benefits

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
• Education assistance

What This Job Offers

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