Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S02687P Working Title FINANCIAL ANALYST Department OIE Business Office About the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

The Office of Global Engagement consist of multiple offices offering services for International Initiatives, Global Education and risk management for international travelers, Immigration Services, International Centers Abroad, and Finance and Operations.

College/Unit/Department website VPAA Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information

Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm

Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 03/01/2019 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 04/01/2019 Special Instructions to Applicants

Must pass background check before beginning employment.

Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Position Information

Classification Title Business Operations Professional Pay Grade FLSA Job Family FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, statistics, economics, business administration or another related field;

3-5 years of experience in financial analysis, including experience with global finance and preparing and analyzing detailed budgets;

Ability to work with large quantities of data;

Exceptional analytical and communication skills.

Position Summary

This position will oversee assigned Study Away (Study Abroad and Field Study) programs. The position will work with both Study Away budget proposals and with program actuals to assess viability of the program, make recommendations, and ensure student refunds are calculated appropriately and accurately. The position will also act as a 1st level approver in the financial management workflow, communicate and liaise with business managers that work with Study Away programs, and calculate and report statistical information. This position will help ensure that all business activities are executed with a strong discipline surrounding internal controls and efficiency along with specific focus on adherence to USG, UGA, and Board of Regents policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Five years of professional (preferably university) accounting experience.

Physical Demands

Sit at a computer for long periods of time.

Is driving required to perform essential duties outlined in this position? (This does not include infrequent trips) The successful candidate would have to provide proof that s/he has a valid driver's license when offered employment. Does this position have financial responsibilities? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Reviews and evaluates Study Away program budget submissions; compares budget request to prior year data; evaluates for correct calculations; reviews exchange rate; reviews for policy adherence; makes recommendations to Financial Director for review and approval of budget; maintains database; initiates budget transfers of allocation funds; tracks allocation budgets.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Reviews submissions of program actuals reports from Study Away programming; evaluates for correctness; identifies errors and requests clarification and updates; calculates balances for close out; submits requests for student refunds; initiates transactions to program funds; maintains emergency contingency funds. Maintains electronic records

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Serves as first level approver for transactions initiated by staff accountants. May also initiate other transactions in Financial Management System, as needed.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Provides communications to Study Away program business managers, accountants and others via verbal and written means, to answer questions, provide guidance on policy and procedure, etc. Serves as a member of the Study Away program training team with duties including development and delivery of training both in classroom and in one-on-one settings. Assists in development of website, procedures manual and other related training materials.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Manages projects including but not limited to regular and special financial and statistical statements and reports, internal and external audits, fund reconciliations, etc. as well as other related duties, as assigned.

Percentage of time 10 Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
   • 0-1
   • 1-3
   • 3-5
   • 5-7
   • 7+
2. * Do you have experience in working with detailed budgets?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents