Job description

The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives

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JOB TITLE:
Financial Affairs Analyst

About the Job:
Are you a recent graduate, a college student in their final semester, or someone looking to get your foot in the door in a budget and finance position? The Financial Affairs Support Team at the University of Wyoming is looking for an entry-level Financial Affairs Analyst, no previous experience necessary!

This position has advancement opportunity based on performance. The right candidate will be mentored to be competitive for future upward mobility.

The budgeted salary for this position is $38,000 per year, plus an excellent benefit package.

We need somebody who is dependable, likes problem-solving, takes initiative, and is willing to learn the ins and outs of higher education financial support. You will learn how to use a financial database to assist with expense reports, purchasing, and financial reconciliation. You will be part of a team that helps UW meet our mission of teaching, research, and service. Additionally, you will learn advanced skills in Excel, including Power Queries and Pivot Tables and gain experience in an enterprise level financial database (Oracle).

JOB PURPOSE:
Perform high-level business and accounting functions for departments/divisions across campus on a temporary, as-needed basis (e.g. during vacancies caused by termination, extended leave). Provide essential financial services during critical times of need, such as fiscal year-end, annual budget deadlines, audit periods, financial systems upgrades and testing. Guide and assist departments/divisions with their business process improvement efforts, through hands-on financial systems training, drafting of policies and procedures, and identifying/troubleshooting areas of improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain on an as-needed basis the daily fiscal affairs for designated area(s) including processing purchase orders and vouchers, reconciling financial records, processing accounts payable and receivable, assisting in preparing budgets and financial reports, and coordinating fiscal activities with other University departments, outside agencies, and organizations.

Determine project/program compliance and accounting of financial transactions; identify and resolve data input and reporting errors; provide information, interpretation and assistance to auditors and other outside agencies.

As applicable, authorize or reject expenditure/disbursement of sponsored project funds in accordance with applicable statutes, policies and budgetary limitations.

Analyze financial information and provide results and recommendations.

Study existing business systems in designated area(s) to evaluate effectiveness and develop new systems to improve production or workflow as required.

Assist with the development, implementation, evaluation and revision of policies and procedures for designated areas.

Draft training materials and provide personalized training and support to campus financial staff as requested.

May assist in financial systems updates and modifications.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Attend and participate in training and other professional development activity.

Participate in performance-related goal setting and achievement to meet personal and organizational goals and objectives.

COMPETENCIES:
Attention to Detail

Integrity

Strategic Planning

Innovation

Ability to Learn

Collaboration

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:
This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree, preferably in a business-related field

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an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience is required for this position, however, consideration will be given to applicants that are currently pursuing their Bachelor's Degree and will complete the degree prior to starting work.

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IRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of accounting principles and financial analysis techniques

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite products (i.e. Outlook, Excel, Word)

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both writing and verbally

Ability to interpret financial reports and statements

Experience with financial databases or tools.

REQUIRED MATERIALS:
Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application:

Cover letter, and

Resume or C.V., and

Contact information for four work-related references

HIRING STATEMENT:
UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email

jobapps@uwyo.edu

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ABOUT LARAMIE:
Wyoming is a great state in which to work and live. Laramie has several amenities to offer with a historic downtown and a great college town vibe. Nearby national forests and grasslands provide an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities.

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit

http://visitlaramie.org/

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