Fiscal Support Analyst - Fayetteville, United States - University of Arkansas System

Description

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Closing Date:
05/13/2024


Type of Position:
Staff - Accounting, Finance, Business


Workstudy Position:
No


Job Type:
Regular


Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)


Sponsorship Available:
No


Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity.

The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S.

The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies.

Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:
Accounting Center


Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Fiscal Support Analyst is responsible for performing a wide variety of fiscal related tasks that are standard or regular support duties within an assigned department or program and for researching financial data and preparing reports.

This position is governed by Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Within the Walton College Accounting Center, this position is responsible for providing accounting support and oversight of business and financial transactions for the College; providing support for the development and training of College staff and faculty regarding compliance with UA and College policies and procedure; assisting in the improvement of business processes in the College; and the effective use of the following computer applications:
Workday, Blackbaud, and Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:
Minimum

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in general business, finance, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education

Equivalent years of education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree

Preferred

Qualifications:

• At least three years of related experience
• Experience in procurement
• Workday Experience
• Higher Education experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of accounting principals and database management
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and policies of assigned section
• Knowledge of customer service techniques
• Knowledge of Microsoft software applications, specifically Excel
• Ability to comprehend and assimilate technical and business-related documents
• Ability to apply policies and procedures and other applicable regulations associated with assigned department or program
• Ability to conduct research, perform quantitative quality assurance reviews, and prepare reports

Additional Information:

Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience


Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Resume


Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status


Recruitment Contact Information:
Connie Robbins

Associate Director of Accounting

Accounting Center

Sam M. Walton College of Business

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.


Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check.

For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening.

Required checks are identified in the position listing.

A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position.

Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution.

The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity).

Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases.

Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S.

Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.


Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Talking


Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A


Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A


Benefits Eligible:
Yes