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30445BR

Job Title:

Financial Analyst Intermediate

Department:

Office of Research

Primary Campus:

University of Kansas Lawrence Campus

Job Description:

50% Financial Reporting, Ad Hoc Reporting, and Analysis

+ Work with CFO and Associate Director of Research Financial Reporting in the preparation of quarterly financial statements as well as the auditable year-end financial statements, including drafting financial statements and footnotes included within. Develop, prepare and manage the timeline and documentation requests related to quarterly and year-end activities. Analyze accounts and create journals for quarter and year-end closing.

+ Research, interpret and make determinations on contracts as it relates to revenue recognition. Maintain Filemaker Pro database for contract analysis that supports the preparation of the audited financial statements.

+ Perform ad-hoc reporting requirements and financial analysis for Fiscal Affairs team.

+ Analyze reporting and operating metrics to identify problems and enhance operational performance, e.g. payables, purchasing, and A/R.

20% - General Ledger Integrity

+ Ownership of most account reconciliations to ensure the integrity of the general ledger. Most reconciliations are prepared monthly.

+ Monitor and run reports to verify the ending account balances. If the supporting/tracking documentation does not match general ledger balances, then analysis of the variances is completed to identify discrepancies and determine resolutions.

+ Develop reports to communicate issues to appropriate University staff. This includes queries and various system reports to audit transaction accuracy, verify correct coding into the general ledger and troubleshoot any discrepancies or un-matched entries within the account codes.

+ Oversee identification of discrepancies and analyze for corrective actions and timing. The primary focus of reconciliations is on financial system submodules balances, various general ledger validations and specific chart of accounts as designated by management.

25% - Month End Closing

+ Lead the management of cost accounting periods to ensure that necessary period-end closing procedures happen seamlessly.

+ Frequently monitor the financial system and submit period-end validations as needed during the accounting period to proactively identify and address issues.

+ Create and post journals to offset/clear intercompany balances and record cash correctly to the general ledger.

5% - Other Duties as Assigned

+ Assist in other Financial Services special accounting projects and analyses as assigned by management personnel.

+ Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

+ Ensure accounting procedures conform to generally accepted accounting principles and comply with Center’s accounting policies and practices.

Req ID** **(Ex: 10567BR)** **:

30445BR

Disclaimer:

The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, [email protected], Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 40 hours/week

FLSA Status:

Administrative

Contact Information to Applicants:

Jessie Yoon

[email protected]

785-864-5869

Required Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3 years of recent related accounting and/or finance experience OR High School diploma and 5 years of total related experience, including three or more years in budget, finance, and/or accounting.

2. Fund accounting experience, as outlined in application materials.

3. Experience in financial analysis, modeling, and forecasting, as outlined in application materials.

4. Excellent written communication skills, as evidenced by application materials and work history.

5. Two or more years of computer experience with Microsoft Excel, Word and accounting software.

6. Previous experience that requires working independently, as evidenced by work history

Employee Class:

U-Unclassified Professional Staff

Advertised Salary Range:

60,000 - 70,000

FTE:

1.0

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Five to seven years of progressively responsible budget, finance, and/or accounting experience.

2. Two years of experience as proficient/high level user of MS Excel and database management including creating/development, use of formulas, pivot tables, data manipulation and charts.

3. Strong technical U.S. GAAP accounting knowledge, as evidenced in application materials.

4. Knowledge of university research, State of Kansas and sponsored agreement regulations, as demonstrated in application materials.

5. Familiarity with Oracle Financials in the Cloud and Oracle Analytics in the Cloud, as evidenced in application materials.

6. Familiarity with Filemaker Pro, as demonstrated by application materials.

7. Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills, as evidenced in application materials.

Position Overview:

KU research at the University of Kansas addresses problems of worldwide significance and delivers solutions that make a difference to Kansas and the region. The Office of Research facilitates that mission by advocating for research, scholarship and creative activity, implementing research integrity requirements, and, through the KU Center for Research (https://research.ku.edu/about#section5902) (KUCR), managing the administration of research grants and contracts. KU Research also has oversight of activities related to technology commercialization and business and industry outreach. KU's research centers are recognized as University Research Centers and report to the Office of Research. The Office of Research also provides core research lab services for university investigators. Each lab has experienced professionals and state-of-the-art technology to support researchers throughout their research projects.

KU Center for Research, Inc. (KUCR), a non-profit 501(c)3 research foundation, operates for the benefit of the university under the administrative jurisdiction of the KU Office of Research. The Office of Research is responsible for submitting all proposals for external support of research, instructional and service awards and helps research investigators by negotiating contracts, providing proposal and post-award services, administering compliance oversight, managing and constructing research facilities, and handling financial services, including investment of corporation resources.

The Financial Analyst Intermediate position shares responsibility for the general ledger as it relates to the quarterly and year-end reporting. This entails a variety of duties related to financial reconciliation, analysis and reporting. Responsibilities include monitoring general ledger accounts, overseeing the asset module reconciliation, analysis of intercompany accounts and creating ad-hoc reports to support the variances in financial reporting. This position will work closely with the KU office of Research staff, Associate Directors, Assistant Directors, Directors and Chief Financial Officer.

Due to complex state employment laws, the University of Kansas may be unable to hire fully remote workers for this position outside of Kansas. Specifically, we cannot currently offer employment to candidates residing in the following states: California and Delaware. We appreciate your understanding and invite interested individuals from eligible states to apply.

Reg/Temp:

Regular

Application Review Begins:

19-May-2025

Anticipated Start Date:

09-Jun-2025

Additional Candidate Instruction:

In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:

1. A cover letter addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met.

2. Resume or curriculum vitae.

3. Contact information for three professional references.

Application review will begin Monday, May 19th. To ensure consideration apply no later than Sunday, May 18th.

Job Family:

Administrative/Management-KUL

Work Location Assignment:

Telework

Position Requirements: