Temporary Financial Analyst

University of California, Irvine•Irvine, CA

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. The Temporary Financial Analyst will provide analytical support for simple to moderate budget, financial, and resource analysis projects, assist with financial planning and budgeting processes, maintain program financial records, and process financial transactions and reimbursements. This is a temporary employment recruitment reporting to the UCI Temporary Employment Services (TES) Department. Interviewing and hiring is based on internal hiring needs and how well the candidate's experience matches the assignment requirements.

Requirements

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables required; intermediate skills preferred).
Experience with budget development and/or variance analysis.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
Ability to gather, analyze, and summarize financial data in accordance with established policies.
Ability to read, write, and follow written and oral instructions in English.

Nice To Haves

Post-award and/or grant management experience.
Higher education finance experience.
Familiarity with institutional financial systems and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

Provide analytical support for simple to moderate budget, financial, and resource analysis projects.
Assist with financial planning and budgeting processes, including monitoring budget variances.
Maintain program financial records and chart of accounts to ensure accurate expense tracking and compliance.
Process financial transactions and reimbursements using approved purchasing and University guidelines.