Financial Analyst

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Closing Date: 09/19/2025 Type of Position: Budget and Financial Analysis Workstudy Position: No Job Type: Fixed Duration of Project/Grant (Fixed Term) Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nations top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nations strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations | OEOC | University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351. Department: Finance Management I3R Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties: Under the direction of the Finance Manager and with a high degree of autonomy in day-to-day operations, the Financial Analyst is responsible for managing fiscal operations, payroll administration, and financial analysis and reporting for the Institute for Integrative & Innovative Research (I³R). Key responsibilities include researching and analyzing financial data, developing, and refining financial processes and policies, and preparing comprehensive financial reports. The Financial Analyst maintains financial databases, spreadsheets, and reporting tools to ensure data integrity, accuracy, and quality control in all fiscal matters; and plays a key role in monitoring expenditures, auditing transactional issues, and verifying the accuracy of accounting entries in Workday, including the processing of budget amendments and accounting adjustments. This position also leads the preparation and monitoring of iLab billing for the Institute, coordinating with researchers and core facility staff to ensure accurate service tracking and timely invoicing. In addition, the Analyst manages RIF and start-up fund distributions and allocations, ensuring proper budgeting, compliance with institutional policies, and effective financial reporting. The Analyst oversees payroll administration with a high degree of independence, ensuring the accuracy and timely execution of payroll processes, including costing allocations, accounting adjustments, and payroll entries. Providing data-driven insights to the Finance Manager is a critical aspect of this role, supporting strategic planning and decision-making. The Analyst also collaborates with administrators and Institute leadership to inform and guide financial strategy and operations through sound analysis and reporting. Other duties as assigned. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Finance or Business Analytics At least two to three years of experience in accounting, reporting, and financial analysis Experience using data mining techniques Experience using Workday system Preferred Qualifications: Experience with University of Arkansas accounting and financial processes Masters degree in Business or Operations Management Experience working with complex databases Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must possess solid analytical skills and the ability to think strategically Strong collaborative and communication skills Strong presentation and interpersonal skills Additional Information: This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance. Salary Information: A minimum salary of $61,735, commensurate with education and experience Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status Recruitment Contact Information: Crystal Ellis, Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist, ce031@uark.edu Julia Menke, jmenke@uark.edu, Sr. HR Partner All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Special Instructions to Applicants: Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Sex Offender Registry The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity: N/A Frequent Physical Activity: N/A Occasional Physical Activity: N/A Benefits Eligible: Yes Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nations top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nations strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. The Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act was passed in 1990 and was amended in 1998 to form the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. This law requires that certain institutions of higher education distribute to all current students and employees a copy of the required report, and to all prospective students and employees a summary of what is contained in the yearly report. The report is available on the Internet and may be downloaded and printed with Adobe Reader 5.0 or higher software. The software is free and may be downloaded from http://get.adobe.com/reader/ For prospective students and employees and all others who would like to obtain a copy of the yearly report but cannot print it from the Internet, a paper copy may be obtained by contacting the University of Arkansas Office of Admissions, Department of Human Resources or University Police. The report in its entirety is available on the Internet at: https://uapd.uark.edu/reports-and-logs/clery/index.php