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Job Description FINANCIAL SVC ANL 1 Working Title Financial Services Analyst 1
Job Code 004626 Grade 17
Department Name Chemistry - D01054 Department Head Leonard Mueller
Supervisor Juliet Lin Effective Date 10/17/2022
Position(s) Directly Supervised
Job Code Title FTE

Generic Scope
Entry-level professional with limited prior experience; learns to use professional concepts to resolve problems of limited scope and complexity; works on assignments that are initially routine in nature, requiring limited judgment and decision making. Employees at this level are expected to acquire the skills and knowledge to perform more advanced work following an agreed upon time in position, through defined training and development planning.

Custom Scope
Applies professional financial services concepts. Applies organizational policies and procedures to resolve routine issues and customer inquiries. Works on problems of limited scope. Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained. Receives predetermined work assignments that are subject to a moderate level of control and review. Contacts are mostly internal with some external.

Department Custom Scope
Under the general supervision of the Financial Operations Manager, the Financial Analyst I works in collaboration with the financial team to perform a variety of financial transactions related to purchasing, accounts payable, billings, recharges, and reimbursements for ~200 funds sources in the Chemistry Department, the Analytical Chemistry Instrumentation Facility (ACIF) and the College Machine and Glass Shops.

Education & Experience Requirements

Education Requirements
Degree Requirement
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required

Experience Requirements
Experience Requirement
0 - 1 years of related experience. Required
Work experience in higher education. Preferred
Demonstrated experience in sales and service billing. Preferred

License Requirements

Certification Requirements
Certification Requirement

Educational Condition Requirements
Condition Requirement

Key Responsibilities

Description % Time
Coordinates and monitors operations of assigned functional area(s) which may include accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, recharge billing, travel/entertainment, gift accounting, collections and/or cashiering.
  • Compile and process monthly recharges for the Chemistry Stockroom, the Analytical Chemistry Instrumentation Facility, and the CNAS College Machine and Glass Shops. Ensure that recharges are billed the correct approved rates, including F&A, and applied to valid FAUs. Coordinate with facility and shop personnel on FAU problems and distribute monthly statements to departments that were charged. Prepare quotes and invoices for external customers. Analyze financial data and prepare monthly financial reports on various sales and service activities.
25
Serve as the department's Purchasing Card Administrator (DCA). Audit ProCard transactions on a weekly basis and maintain a log of all Procard purchases along with backup receipts in the department's data storage system. Obtain and verify FAUs before transferring expenses, including FedEx charges, from the Procard Expense Clearing account within the 21-day limit. Process sales and use tax entries and reversals as needed and maintain proper documentation in the Journal Documentation System. Reconcile the monthly statements for all department Procard holders.
20
Request vendor setups and process transactions in the ePay system including PO backups, stipends for non-UC participants, and reimbursement of entertainment/out-of-pocket expenses. Submit recharge requests for various campus services such as printing, laundry, gas cylinders, shredding, etc.
15
Reconciles, researches and resolves discrepancies in financial data.
  • Assist the Research Analysts in the reconciliation of the department ledgers on a monthly basis by reviewing expenditures for correct FAU combinations and processing corrections via cost transfers. Consult with staff and faculty in resolving discrepancies. Research, reconcile, and release encumbrances as appropriate.
10
Monitors workflow and productivity in areas such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, recharge billing, travel/entertainment, gift accounting, collections and/or cashiering.
  • To facilitate payment processing, research requests from A/P before making corrections such as price/quantity adjustments, or adding freight, handling fees, or credits to purchase orders. Process gift acceptance forms for gifts and donations, cash collection reports for check deposits, and wire transfer forms for payments outside of the US.
10
Assists with monitoring productivity with the goal of meeting or exceeding standard expectations for timeliness and quality. Identifies systematic problems and proposes solutions.
  • Provide backup assistance for travel/entertainment requests, management of the department's website, and purchasing functions.
5
Assesses compliance with regulatory agencies and internal policies.
  • Ensure the department is in compliance with all required trainings by monitoring the status reports on a weekly basis, sending out reminders to students, faculty, and staff who are overdue on their trainings, and assisting users who have trouble assessing the UC Learning Center (LMS).
5
Processes basic/routine financial transactions for review or approval by others.
  • Assist the financial team with data collection and other accounting duties as assigned. This includes gathering information from multiple sources and organizing the data in a clear and comprehensive format for various reporting activities such as the annual rate analysis for sales and service funds.
5
Management of the department's 4 copiers, including maintenance of the copier codes, purchasing the supplies, reviewing the monthly statements for billing accuracy, and calling the service technician for repairs. Assist with the electronic storage and data management of the department's records in accordance with UCR policies.
5

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge/Skill/Ability Requirement
Ability to function effectively as a member of a team. Required
Basic knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources. Required
Basic knowledge of financial or accounting concepts, processes and procedures. Required
Ability to adapt to changing priorities. Required
Proficiency in the use of spreadsheet and database software. Required
Interpersonal skills, service orientation, active listening, critical thinking, attention to detail, ability to multi-task in a high volume environment, effective verbal and written communication skills and organizational skills. Required
Basic knowledge of financial data management and reporting systems. Required
Demonstrated knowledge of the University of California's financial policies and procedures. Preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of UCRFS, UCRFSTOTALS, Web Recharge System Preferred

Special Requirements & Conditions
Special Condition Requirement
Must pass a background check. Required

Other Special Requirements & Conditions

Level of Supervision Received
Close Supervision

Environment

Working Environment
Campus

Other Requirements

Items Used
  • Scanner
  • Copier
  • Standard Office Equipment
  • Computer
  • Printer
  • Calculator

Physical Requirements
  • Bend : Occasionally
  • Sit : Constantly
  • Squat : N/A
  • Stand : Occasionally
  • Crawl : N/A
  • Walk : Occasionally
  • Climb : N/A

Mental Requirements
  • Read/Comprehend : Constantly
  • Write : Constantly
  • Perform Calculations : Frequently
  • Communicate Orally : Frequently
  • Reason & Analyze : Frequently

Environmental Requirements
  • Is exposed to excessive noise : No
  • Is around moving machinery : No
  • Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity : No
  • Drives motorized equipment : No
  • Works in confined quarters : No
  • Dust : No
  • Fumes : No

Critical Position

Is Critical Position: Yes

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