Senior Financial Analyst I

Texas A&M University System • College Station, TX

7d • $6,951 - $7,500

About The Position

The Senior Financial Analyst I performs highly complex financial analysis and provides strategic oversight for various funding portfolios within the Texas A&M University System Offices’ Budgets & Accounting department. The role develops and administers internal grant processes; compiles, reviews, analyzes, and evaluates grant operations and financial systems; and oversees contract administration and monitoring. It evaluates internal controls, financial-record accuracy, and compliance with System policies and state and federal statutes and regulations. The position adapts complex financial and budget models to develop projections, identify funding allocations, and support operating budget development. It works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment, while maintaining effective working relationships with leadership, member institutions, agencies, and external partners.

The position administers initiative portfolios and oversees contract and grant financial activity throughout the lifecycle, including budget monitoring, account management, expense review, payment processing, and reconciliation. It also manages indirect cost recovery accounts and related budgets, prepares financial reports and decision support for leadership, and provides financial guidance to stakeholders. The role is located in College Station, Texas. The stated salary range is $6,951 to $7,500 per month, commensurate with experience.

This is a security-sensitive position restricted to U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent on credential and other required information verification, including completion of the criminal history check. Complete applications are required; a cover letter and resume may also be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Six years of related work experience.
• Familiarity with contracts.
• Solid understanding of governmental budgeting and fund accounting.
• Knowledge of TAMUS Financial Systems: FAMIS, Canopy, FAMISweb, EDW Business Objects, AggieBuy, and Emburse.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple assignments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to prepare financial information clearly.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.
• Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation; employment is contingent on verification of credentials and other information required by institutional procedures, including completion of the criminal history check.
• A complete employment application is required.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply System, state, and federal regulations.
• A cover letter and resume may be required in addition to the completed employment application.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary administrator for the System's initiative portfolios, including process development, execution, tracking, and financial compliance.
• Prepares agenda items.
• Oversees the contract and grant lifecycle, including budget monitoring, account management, expense review, contract administration, payment processing, and reconciliation.
• Reviews, administers, and monitors System contracts and agreements for compliance, invoicing, funding requirements, and alignment with System, state, and federal regulations, mitigating risk for high-visibility, high-impact awards.
• Provides ongoing financial oversight for agreements related to Easterwood Airport and other System-level contracts.
• Analyzes and interprets financial data using quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Monitors and evaluates program financial positions, including assets and liabilities.
• Leads management of indirect cost recovery accounts and related budgets, including quarterly distributions and reconciliation of discrepancies.
• Prepares and presents historical, comparative, graphical, and narrative financial reports, and provides management reporting and decision support to leadership on fund utilization, financial trends, and long-term obligations.
• Conducts detailed budget reviews across assigned accounts.
• Coordinates with member institutions, accounting, research services, external sponsors, and partners throughout the funding lifecycle, and provides financial guidance to stakeholders.
• Resolves contract-related financial issues and ensures timely processing of payments and obligations.
• Leads or supports special projects, participates in meetings and training, and performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive health benefits.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Defined benefit retirement plan with an employer contribution through the Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS).
• If applicable, a defined contribution retirement plan with an employer contribution through an approved ORP vendor.
• Additional voluntary tax-deferred annuity (TDA) options.
• Tuition assistance.
• Wellness programs to promote work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

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