How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Summary

We are seeking a Financial Analyst Intermediate to join our team in the Accounting Operations area of Financial Operations. This position serves an important role in assisting departments throughout the university with day- to-day accounting and reporting responsibilities as well as preparing financial reports, analyses and reconciliations.

Please note: We have posted this position as a Financial Analyst Intermediate but could opt to underfill at an Accountant Intermediate level. The candidate will be offered the position at the analyst or accountant level based on their overall qualifications and experience in areas directly relevant to the responsibilities of the position. The expected Financial Analyst Intermediate salary begins at $66,500. If underfilled as an Accountant Intermediate, the expected salary begins at $58,000. Salary will be based on overall qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities*

• Review transactions to ensure compliance with contracts, gift agreements, governmental regulations, accounting standards and university policies, including transactions related to capitalization of assets and establishment of endowments
• Reconcile accounts and follow-up, as appropriate, to resolve specific accounting or supporting documentation issues
• Prepare and present a variety of financial reports, including those related to fund, department or project grant activity
• Analyze and summarize variances of management financial reports
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual schedules to support the external audit, and donor or regulatory needs
• Prepare journal entries and coordinate appropriate source documents
• Answer phone calls and emails from schools, colleges and units about accounting policy and procedures, including proper utilization of accounts and processing of transactions
• Special projects, including ad-hoc reports and analysis

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with a major specialization in accounting (or similar education and experience); a minimum grade point average of 3.0 is necessary
• Experience working with spreadsheets, query tools and software to model and analyze data
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively communicate and work with a variety of individuals
• Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks with varied deadlines, as well as identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
• Proven ability to think independently, work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute to a positive work environment

Desired Qualifications*

• Experience working with complex financial and administrative information systems (Oracle PeopleSoft helpful)
• Ability to analyze large amounts of complex information to present simple and concise material to the appropriate audience
• Experience working in a higher education and/or academic medical center setting

Work Locations

This position currently works remotely and it is expected, but not guaranteed, to continue to be remote in the future.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Additional Information

The University of Michigan, with an operating budget of over $12 billion, is a leader in higher education. The Finance Division reports to the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer and partners with the University community to provide the financial infrastructure essential to being one of the world's greatest public universities. We are comprised of several units including Financial Operations, Treasury, Procurement Services and Enterprise Financial Planning & Analysis. While we are comprised of several distinct divisions, we share a common set of values and goals. For more information about the Finance Division, please go to http://www.finance.umich.edu

We offer an extensive total compensation package including competitive pay, two-for-one retirement contribution, a variety of health insurance options, and a generous vacation plan. In addition, there are seven paid holidays and four paid season days.

NOTE: Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.