Finance/Budget Analyst II

This Finance/Budget Analyst II position will support the Post-Award Specialist team in the Finance/Budget Business Center by managing financial data to accurately reflect balances on Contracts and Grants (C&G) and Overhead.

Provides planning, management and/or support for financial operations activities including accounting, internal controls and financial systems, budget services, internal and external auditing, procurement and payroll. Responsible for providing for the preparation of budgetary reports, special projects, and analyses as needed. Reviews expenditures to ensure conformance with budgetary provisions, compile data, and prepare reports. 

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and address potential suspense activity to proactively avoid expenses posting to suspense acccount(s). This includes contacting the PI to inform them that a costing allocation is ending, obtaining the next steps, and impelementing.

• React to suspense activity and address in a timely manner coordinating between PI and Post-Award Specialist.

• Assist with producing, and delivering financial reports to PIs and/or Post Award Specialists. This could include generating grant reports, overhead accounts, or cost share monitoring.

• Manage all financial activities needed during the 90 day close out period and after (if needed). This could include reconciling payroll, non-payroll expenses, asset build worktag).

• Reconciling any retroactive payroll transactions to ensure that it is allocated to the proper funding source(s). This could include retroactive buyouts, sabbaticals, or overpayments.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience or combination of relevant comparable education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).   

Preferred Qualifications:

• Related Bachelor’s Degree.

• 1+ year of experience using Workday or a similar ERP system.

• Higher education experience. 

• Strong understanding of laws, regulations, and policies, with the ability to interpret and communicate complex information clearly.

• Collaborative team player who builds effective relationships across departments and conducts work ethically.

• Ability to use computer systems and software to manage data and generate reports.

• Skilled in engaging professionally with individuals at all levels of the organization.

• Capable of preparing reports, evaluating budgets, and analyzing program costs and benefits.

• Demonstrate critical thinking and financial analysis skills, with experience supporting leadership in resolving financial issues.

The most successful candidates may possess the following qualities:

• Desire to genuinely help people and provide solution-oriented support. 

• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to confidentiality.

Additional Application Materials Required:

In addition to the application, applicants should submit a cover letter and resume.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

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.

Applicant must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer, as sponsorship is not available for this position.

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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 

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

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