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Financial Analyst II
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24294941 | Full Time | 8AM - 5PM | $59,000 - $103,400 |
Position Information
Under the supervision of the Financial and Administrative Officer (FAO), the Analyst will provide professional level financial/budget analysis and fiscal management for the Departments of Creative Writing, Dance, Music, Theatre, Film & Digital production and Performing Arts Administration. Currently, the permanent operating budget for the 5 departments total more than $3 million and more than $2 million in temporary operating funds; there are approximately 300 concert events annually, which require Performance Agreements, Honoraria payments, and/or Waiver of Liability Forms. The Analyst will be responsible for the overall accounting functions of the 5 departments' multiple funding sources which include state, grant, and sales & service funds (concert ticket revenue). The position serves as the primary advisor to the FAO regarding all funding sources; performs budget analysis; makes recommendations for expenditures; designs and creates meaningful financial reports; provides comprehensive budget information; and assists the FAO in strategic long-range planning for the 5 departments. Overall responsibility for the procurement, administration, and stewardship of intramural and extramural funding to support four Academic and Performance oriented departments. Additional responsibilities include: HR/Payroll Coordinator for all staff and student assistants for all 5 departments and any GSR appointments in connection with specific Faculty research funds; provide payroll guidance to the Academic Coordinators for the Departments of Creative Writing, Dance, Music, Theatre, and Film & Digital production.
Education
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
Experience
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum of 2 years of related experience. | Required |
| Working experience in a College or University | Preferred |
Special Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Overtime | Required |
| Travel | Required |
| Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours | Required |
Minimum Requirements
Some knowledge of finance policies, practices and systems.
Ability to function as a member of a team.
Intermediate knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources.
Advanced computer skills: Skill in creating and editing spreadsheets and reports using Word, Excel, or other software applications; skill in exporting/importing data from or to different software applications or data collection and retrieval systems; experience with maintaining simple or moderately complex databases through data entry, data queries, and database design modifications; and experience with Internet search engines for data gathering purposes;skill in working with on-line financial and administrative systems.
Ability to present information in a clear and concise manner both in writing and verbally.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities
Ability to gather reasonably retrievable information, organizes, and performs basic financial analysis assignments.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills at all levels within the unit; service orientation; critical thinking; attention to detail; ability to multi-task in a high volume environment, organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to use spreadsheet and database software for moderately complex financial analysis, fiscal management and financial reports.
Ability to function as a member of a team.
Intermediate knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources.
Advanced computer skills: Skill in creating and editing spreadsheets and reports using Word, Excel, or other software applications; skill in exporting/importing data from or to different software applications or data collection and retrieval systems; experience with maintaining simple or moderately complex databases through data entry, data queries, and database design modifications; and experience with Internet search engines for data gathering purposes;skill in working with on-line financial and administrative systems.
Ability to present information in a clear and concise manner both in writing and verbally.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities
Ability to gather reasonably retrievable information, organizes, and performs basic financial analysis assignments.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills at all levels within the unit; service orientation; critical thinking; attention to detail; ability to multi-task in a high volume environment, organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to use spreadsheet and database software for moderately complex financial analysis, fiscal management and financial reports.
Preferred Qualifications
Skill and knowledge of UCR's on-line financial and administrative system such as UCRSF, UCRFStotals, UC Path, e-buy, iTravel, among others. Knowledge of performing arts and specifically activities related to concert event production, hiring of musicians, and management of concert ticket revenue; work experience in the areas of creative writing, dance, music, and theatre; Experience working in an institution of higher education. Knowledge of UC policies and procedures.
Supervisory training and experience
Supervisory training and experience
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview