Finance/Budget Analyst II

Facilities and Business Operations:

Facilities and Business Operations at UCF is dedicated to fostering a conducive educational environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We are committed to excellence, providing unparalleled expertise, and maintaining a world-class standard in service.

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The Opportunity:

The Department of Finance and Operational Excellence within Facilities and Business Operations is seeking to hire a detail-oriented, collaborative Finance/Budget Analyst II to support the Planning, Design and Construction (PDC) department. This full-service accounting role is responsible for focusing on the financial management of capital construction projects, ensuring accurate reporting, efficient processes, and alignment with university financial policies.

Responsibilities:

• Manage Financial Transactions: Handle all financial activities related to capital projects-journal entries, budget amendments, requisitions, purchase orders, invoice payments, and financial close-out procedures.

• Monthly Reconciliation: Perform reconciliations between Workday and other systems (e.g., Trimble, AIM). Prepare clear supporting workpapers and review documentation, and work with departments to research and resolve discrepancies.

• Reporting and Analysis: Support financial reporting needs through ad hoc reports, reconciliations, forecasts, and construction-related financial analyses. May assist in tasks assigned to a higher-level analyst.

• Problem Solving and Decision-Making: Investigate and resolve complex accounting issues independently with moderate supervision. Provide insights and recommendations to supervisors.

• Process Improvement: Document financial business processes, identify inefficiencies, and propose solutions to streamline accounting operations.

• Team Collaboration: Work closely with internal departments, including General Accounting, Finance Operations, and PDC. May also support or mentor junior analysts as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in accounting, budgeting, or financial analysis, preferably in a higher education, government, or capital construction environment.

• Demonstrated experience with preparing journal entries, procurement transactions, and other similar financial transactions.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including use of formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis tools.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment and identify/resolve discrepancies as they arise.

• Working knowledge of Workday Financials or similar ERP systems.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Excellent analytical skills with a strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $58,000 to $68,000. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity, both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment. We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety.

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Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off, and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions

• Education assistance

• And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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