Financial Analyst

Full-time, Regular, Exempt Position

Are you passionate about analyzing financial data to drive strategic decision-making and help businesses succeed? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a financial analyst. As a key player in our organization, you will have the chance to leverage your expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and market research to provide valuable insights and recommendations. Don't miss this chance to make a real impact and advance your career in the dynamic field of finance. Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding and challenging career as a financial analyst with us!

The work location is at the University of Maine at Augusta campus in Augusta or Bangor. The successful candidate may have the opportunity to establish a hybrid work schedule.

Based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant, the annual salary range is low to mid $50's plus a 10% employer contribution to the UMS retirement plan. Additional benefits include medical, dental, vision, and tuition waiver programs for employees and dependents. The UMS is a recipient of the Wellness Councils of America’s Well Workplace Award and offers a wellness program.

Review of applications begins immediately. For full consideration, materials must be submitted by May 3, 2024. The position will remain open until a qualified candidate is hired.

Established in 1968, the University of Maine System (UMS) unites seven distinctive public universities and the University of Maine School of Law, comprising 10 campuses and numerous centers, in the common purpose of providing quality higher education while delivering on its traditional tripartite mission of teaching, research, and public service.

A comprehensive public institution of higher education, UMS serves more than 30,000 students annually and is supported by the efforts of more than 2,000 full-time and part-time faculty, more than 3,000 regular full-time and part-time staff, and a complement of part-time temporary (adjunct) faculty.

Reaching more than 500,000 people annually through educational and cultural offerings, the University of Maine System also benefits from more than two-thirds of its alumni population residing within the state; more than 123,000 individuals.

The System consists of seven universities: The University of Maine (UMaine), including its regional campus the University of Maine at Machias (UMM); the University of Maine at Augusta (UMA); the University of Maine at Farmington (UMF); the University of Maine at Fort Kent (UMFK), the University of Maine at Presque Isle (UMPI); and the University of Southern Maine (USM). The System also includes the University of Maine School of Law and the University of Maine Graduate and Professional Center.

Founded in 1965, the University of Maine at Augusta transforms the lives of students of every age and background across the State of Maine and beyond through access to high-quality distance and on-site education, excellence in student support, civic engagement, and professional and liberal arts programs. UMA is the third largest public university in Maine. A leader in distance education, UMA has a statewide presence with two campuses in Augusta and Bangor, eight UMA Centers from Saco to Houlton, and 32 course receive sites across Maine. Flexible modalities, with classes onsite, online, through video conference, Interactive Television, and at UMA Centers allow its students to take classes, while keeping work and family commitments. While UMA has a traditional-aged cohort, two-thirds of its students are over 25 years old. Over 50% of UMA’s students are first generation and 72% are Pell Grant eligible. These students are motivated to make a positive change in their lives by pursuing a college degree. With its multiple locations and long-term expertise in online and distance learning, UMA is generally considered the university of choice for Mainers of all ages who want to attend college without uprooting their lives.

Required:

• Strong accounting knowledge along with previous experience with journal entries, account reconciliations and transactional systems.
• Hands on experience with financial analysis to include monthly reporting and ad-hoc reporting, with outstanding presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to work with broad instructions and objectives usually involving frequently changing conditions and problems with judgment and initiative.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Ability to work well with others.

Preferred:

• Experience with financial analysis in the field of Higher Education.
• Experience working with PeopleSoft software.
• Experience with an analytics and business intelligence platform such as Microsoft PowerBI.
• A bachelor’s degree in business or a closely related field.
• Previous grants and contracts financial administrative experience.

1) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2) a resume/curriculum vitae

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207-581-1226. TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).