Financial Analyst I

Lubbock

41057BR

Accounting Services

Position Description

Performs central accounting and financial analysis functions according to established procedures.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

About the Department and/or College

Accounting Services serves a vital role in Texas Tech University's scholarship and research missions. Our success is measured by our ability to partner with the campus community, provide innovative solutions, and guide our customers through decisions of resource allocation amid an increasingly complex regulatory environment.

Major/Essential Functions

• Assist in establishing funds in the university's financial system (Banner) and terminating fund/FOPS for all assigned funds in accordance with department policy and procedure.
• Process, review, monitor and retain accounting transactions to ensure accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and conformance to governing regulation and policy. Ensure proper documentation is maintained for all assigned funds.
• Respond to campus inquiries and address accounting issues to support departments and financial manager in their financial mandagement and fiduciary responsibilities.
• Perform compliance reviews, edit checks, and other periodic fund maintenace analysis in accordance with department policy and procedures including, but not limited to, orphan transactions and negative fund balances.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and 1 year of experience OR combination of education and experience to equal 5 years.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Minimum Hire Rate

19.97

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Schedule Details

M-F: 8:00am-5:00pm

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Business Professionals

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.