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Financial Compliance Analyst

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University of Massachusetts Amherst
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UMass Amherst

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Institution Type
Four-Year Institution
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Financial Compliance Analyst

Job no: 502458
Work type: Staff Full Time
Location: UMass Amherst
Department: Controller's Office
Union: Non-Unit Exempt
Categories: Accounting/Finance

About UMass Amherst

UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.

Job Summary
Under the direction of the Audit and Grant Compliance Manager, the Financial Compliance Analyst develops and executes risk-based financial compliance reviews to provide objective assurance that the internal control processes are effective, efficient and safeguard university assets. The Analyst also designs and implements plans to evaluate financial compliance with federal, state, local, university and sponsor requirements. Using the results of the compliance reviews, the Analyst recommends and implements policy and procedure changes, ensures proper communication of policies on web pages and other media, and works closely with campus departments to improve compliance with internal controls.

Essential Functions

  • Utilizing risk-based methodology, performs testing and evaluations to assess the reliability of internal controls. Designs procedures using appropriate risk-based methodology to select transactions for examination. Reviews transactions for compliance based on laws, regulations and guidelines from governmental agencies, external sponsors and the University.
  • Documents and communicates results of assessments and findings with departments and senior management. Recommends corrective actions and procedure changes to improve internal controls.
  • Performs testing and evaluations of sponsor-funded transactions for allowability of costs and compliance with specific contract requirements and applicable OMB regulations.
  • Utilizes system reporting tools to create ad hoc queries of accounting data for transaction analysis. Maintains a central database of assessments including compiling investigations of other post audit activities to analyze for trends and patterns and to identify control weaknesses. Shares information and coordinates other Controller’s Office investigations to ensure proper coverage and to minimize duplication of efforts.
  • Works closely with the Controller/Campus Audit Liaison in managing information provided to internal and external auditors by drafting management responses, action plans and follow-up to audit findings and reviews.
  • Incorporates results of reviews to improve the effectiveness of the training materials and communicates policy to the campus community through the development of web pages.
  • Maintains knowledge and experience with the finance system(s) to recommend improvements and efficiencies and to strengthen internal controls. Assists with the implementation of financial system upgrades for functionality, efficiency and cost benefits.
  • Reviews journals via the workflow system to ensure compliance to University guidelines. Addresses financial compliance matters as they arise in daily operational activities and compliance with record retention requirements.
  • Understands, is committed to and supports affirmative action and non-discrimination goals and customer- focused quality services.
  • Performs other duties as required or requested.

    • Other Functions

    Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)

    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or other related field and more than 5 years related experience or Master’s degree in Accounting/Business or related field and more than 3 years related experience.

    Must demonstrate significant experience in management of complex automated financial systems and controls.

    Strong interpersonal and oral/written communication skills are required.

    Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)

    Experience in application of risk-based audit policies in highly regulated programs

    Physical Demands/Working Conditions

    Typical office environment.

    Additional Details

    Performs independently to plan, direct and control work for groups for which the Analyst is responsible in accordance with broad objectives and policies, referring to supervisor only in unusual cases for advice or discussion.

    Work Schedule

    M - F, 8:30am - 5pm, 40 hrs/wk.

    Salary Information

    Professional salary staff administration program level 27.

    UMass Amherst is committed to a policy of equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, or genetic information in employment, admission to and participation in academic programs, activities, and services, and the selection of vendors who provide services or products to the University. To fulfill that policy, UMass Amherst is further committed to a program of affirmative action to eliminate or mitigate artificial barriers and to increase opportunities for the recruitment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. It is the policy of the UMass Amherst to comply with the applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations concerning equal opportunity and affirmative action.

    Advertised: Aug 22 2019 Eastern Daylight Time
    Applications close:

    Organization

    The University of Massachusetts Amherst is one of the preeminent public research universities in America. Nestled in idyllic Amherst, Massachusetts—often called “The top college town in North America”—the campus is consistently ranked among the top public research universities in the nation, and offers a rich cultural environment in a rural setting close to major urban centers. 

    As one of the nation's top public research universities – as measured by national and international rankings, academic citations, and research funding – the campus spends more than $180 million on research each year, demonstrating its contribution to the nation’s position as a technological and economic leader. The university works in conjunction with academic, government, and private partners to translate new knowledge and scientific discoveries into technical innovations and scholarly works that create opportunities for students, faculty and the public. 

    Eight schools and colleges offer more than 85 undergraduate majors, 68 master’s and 48 doctoral degree programs, many counted among the top programs in the nation and world. UMass Amherst is also home to New England's premier honors college.

    The 1,159 full-time faculty members are dedicated teachers and world-renowned researchers and the campus has regularly been listed among the top performers in terms of faculty awards. With over 24,000 students from all 50 states and over 70 countries, the student body is the most academically successful in the history of the campus. Students participate in 240 organizations, 21 NCAA Division I athletic teams, extensive intramurals, living-learning residence halls, community service, and internships. With one of the largest residential life systems in the nation, UMass Amherst houses approximately 12,000 students on campus. The university is enjoying a facilities renaissance, including new buildings in the sciences, the arts, and recreation. UMass Amherst is part of the Five College consortium with Smith, Mount Holyoke, Hampshire and Amherst colleges.

    As an employer, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a national leader in developing family-friendly policies, benefits and amenities designed to help faculty members develop both productive careers and satisfying personal lives. The university offers one of the nation’s most generous parental leave policies. The university is also part of the Academic Career Network, a regional consortium formed to serve dual-career couples and encourage greater diversity in the academy.

     

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    4135454894
    Location
    181 PRESIDENTS DR
    Whitmore Administration Building
     Amherst
    Massachusetts
    01003
    US
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