Financial Analyst I, Research Administration (Hybrid)

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) • Galveston, TX

16h • Hybrid

About The Position

To provide assistance with financial and operational analysis activities with a limited functional or organizational scope.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent in related field.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience relevant to the role may be considered for this position.
• 0 years of experience required for job.
• Possess at least an entry level understanding, with progressive development, of financial statements and relationships, analytical techniques, operations, and working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, practices, and procedures.
• Progressive development of the ability to analyze/evaluate data.
• Must possess excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively work and communicate with individuals at all levels of the institution.
• Progressive learning regarding decision making responsibility with minimal guidance.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to accomplish goals.
• Demonstrates a high degree of professionalism.

Nice To Haves

• CPA and/or Masters’ Degree in Business or related field is preferred.
• Experience in Health Systems and Academic Medicine is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supports the coordination, preparation and analytical review of financial and operational reports, financial statements, scorecards, metrics, benchmarks, budgets, and financial forecasts as directed.
• Supports the analysis of historical and projected financial and operational data to provide leadership information to make relevant financial decisions.
• Supports the preparation of information to support developing trends that will inform forecasts and management decision making.
• Identify and utilize technology and best practices to ensure continuous process improvement.
• Efficiently retrieves and compiles financial data and statistical information.
• Remains current with and progressively learns industry trends, analytical techniques and appropriate financial systems necessary to complete essential job functions.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• Actively participates with Business and Finance colleagues in completing initiatives, goals and priorities.
• Develops productive relationships with UTMB personnel across campus while accomplishing institutional objectives.

What This Job Offers

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