Finance/Budget Analyst I

Facilities and Business Operations:

Facilities and Business Operations at UCF is dedicated to fostering a conducive educational environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We are committed to excellence, providing unparalleled expertise, and maintaining a world-class standard in service.

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The Opportunity:

UCF is seeking a Finance/Budget Analyst I to join our highly motivated and results-driven team within the Facilities and Business Operations (FBO) Construction Accounting department. This position will play a crucial role in managing all financial transactions related to the construction project life cycle. By joining our Construction Accounting team, you will have the opportunity to:

• Contribute directly to the construction and renovation of UCF's vibrant campus, making a lasting impact on students, faculty, and the community.

• Engage with dynamic and rewarding projects, each presenting unique challenges.

• Collaborate with a passionate and supportive team where your contributions are valued.

• Gain invaluable experience in construction accounting, budgeting, financial transactions, and procurement processes.

• Ensure projects stay on track and within budget, supporting UCF's financial health and future growth.

Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day construction accounting operations, including reviewing and approving financial transactions related to capital projects such as funding requests, requisitions, journal entries, and invoice payments.

• Perform monthly reconciliations between Workday and the eBuilder contract management system, working with the Planning, Design, and Construction team to resolve discrepancies.

• Monitor and adjust construction contract balances and funds as necessary.

• Support the Planning, Design, and Construction team with construction accounting needs and collaborate with the General Accounting team on asset capitalization and other processes.

• Prepare business process documents and provide recommendations for process improvements.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 0+ years of relevant experience or combination of relevant comparable education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information

Preferred Qualifications:

• One (1) year of experience in construction accounting, accounting, or finance department.

• Ability to operate in multiple systems simultaneously and familiarity with Workday or similar financial system is preferred.

• 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.

• Proficient in applying logic and reasoning to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of various solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

• Demonstrated critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with a proven track record of collaborating with leaders to resolve financial issues.

• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and a strong ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

Position requires a valid Class E driver’s license. The position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.

If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity, both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment. We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks!  UCF offers:

• 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 

• Flexible work environment 

• And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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