Financial Services Analyst 2

Financial Services Analyst 2 Priority Application Deadline: 05/29/2026 Overview Job ID 37456200 Category Accounting and Finance Organization College of Natural & Agricultural Sciences Department Entomology Dept Location Main Campus - UCR Salary $66,879 - $97,760 Date Posted May 14, 2026 Application Deadline May 29, 2026 Schedule 8AM - 5PM Full/Part Time Full-time(100%) Level of Supervision General Supervision Personnel Program Code Professional & Support Staff Other Information Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No UC Internal Job: No Position Information As a member of the Entomology Administration Unit, the Financial Services Analyst 2 CX will report to the Financial Operations Manager (FOM). The incumbent is responsible for providing financial, budgetary, analytical and administrative support to the Department of ENCORE which supports the academic departments of Entomology and Nematology. Assist in the management of various fund types including contracts & grants, endowments, foundation, department funds, gifts and other non specific fund sources. Perform financial analysis by querying and analyzing data from various systems to produce ad hoc reports. Assist with monthly ledger reconciliation and fiscal close activities. The full salary range for the Financial Services Analyst 2 CX is $32.03 - $38.41 per hour. However, the expected pay scale for this position is $32.03 - $38.41 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time.  Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. Requirements Educational Requirements Degree Requirement Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required Experience Requirements Experience Requirement Minimum of 2-4 years of experience Required Special Conditions Special Condition Requirement Must pass a background check. Required Minimum Requirements Strong knowledge of financial data management and reporting systems. Proficiency in the use of spreadsheet and database software. Ability to adapt to changing priorities. Skills to provide coaching and mentoring to support staff. Working knowledge of financial processes, policies and procedures. Intermediate knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources. Ability to function effectively as a member of a team. Strong interpersonal skills, analytical skills, service orientation, active listening, critical thinking, attention to detail, ability to multi-task in a high volume environment, organizational skills, effective verbal and written communication skills, sound judgment and decision making. Additional Information In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel. UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud. UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings. UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020 UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color. Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019 Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor. For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview Job Description Details General Information Job Title FINANCIAL SVC ANL 2 CX Job Code 004754 Grade 147 Department Head Wendi Tapia Supervisor Cherie Pierce Department Custom Scope Provides administrative and financial support to the Department of Entomology and Nematology Core (ENCore). Assists the Financial Operations Manager (FOM), Financial and Administrative Officer (FAO), and Research Administrators with administrative and financial policies and procedures. Reviews and reconciles monthly general ledgers and payroll expenditure reports. Performs web recharges, redistributes departmental expenses as appropriate. Processes expense transfers, deposits, and gift acceptance forms. Provides ad hoc financial reports and analyses as needed. Acts as the liaison for the reappointment process and is the first point of contact for limited and volunteer appointments. Key Responsibilities Description Percent Time Applies professional financial and accounting concepts to independently perform analyses of moderately complex financial services such as researching discrepancies and tax implications and compliance with external regulations and internal policies. Provides analysis during monthly ledger reconciliation and alerts the department of anomalies. 25% Under general supervision, researches and gathers information from a variety of sources; prepares and summarizes information and reports relative to new services, regulatory compliance issues and/or vendor selection and support activities. Acts as the liaison for the reappointment process and is the first point of contact for limited and volunteer appointments. 20% Assists with ensuring that financial processing functions which may include accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, recharge billing, travel/ entertainment, gift accounting, cashiering and collections are performed with accuracy and that daily operations run smoothly. Manages all aspects of the Sales & Service and Donor Gift Acceptance process. 10% Functions as a resource to support staff on issues such as researching financial discrepancies, escalated customer service problems and vendor concerns. Provides assistance with submission of cost transfers and budget allocations. Reconciles payroll for bi-weekly and monthly employees including additional compensation offered by the university. Functions as a resource to analysts by auditing graduate student appointments and reporting discrepancies between the established students' financial support and their active appointments. 10% Monitors the delivery of quality customer service to various constituencies to include internal department clients and external vendors. 5% Reviews, processes, and approves standardized financial data and transactions. Effectively addresses difficult and complex customer inquiries. 5% Participates in audits of internal records and processes and prepares recommendations for changes as needed. Ensures that the appropriate internal controls are addressed, maintained and strengthened to protect University resources. 5% Assesses and recommends changes to maintain compliance with federal and state requirements and internal financial/audit policies. 5% Conducts or assists with researching, developing and implementing new and changing business processes. 5% Prepares reports and analyses to include summaries of financial transactions, evaluation of current and proposed services, etc. for management review and decision-making. 5% Documents processes and procedures for financial activities. 5% Other Requirements Items Used Standard Office Equipment Physical Requirements Bend: Occasionally Sit: Constantly Squat: Occasionally Stand: Occasionally Crawl: N/A Walk: Occasionally Climb: N/A Mental Requirements Read/Comprehend: Constantly Write: Constantly Perform Calculations: Constantly Communicate Orally: Constantly Reason & Analyze: Constantly Environmental Requirements Is exposed to excessive noise: No Is around moving machinery: No Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity: No Drives motorized equipment: No Works in confined quarters: No Dust: No Fumes: No Critical Position Yes

Salary : $66,879 - $97,760