Senior Finance and Accounting Analyst

Finance Administration

Job Description

This position provides
support to the Division of Finance and MU through the analysis of campus operational activities utilizing finance, HR, student and other
data. The position needs to be able to understand and analyze large sets of data as it relates to the revenue cycle and related costs for
all activities within the University. The position will work closely with a member of the MU Analytics team to develop reporting solutions
to meet the needs of campus.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Deliver reports either on a regular basis or as requested from
  management or college/school division: using Finance, HR, student and other data.
• Data analysis of significant numbers of
  financial transactions in Student & Finance modules, including collaboration and participation in changes to distribution of revenue
  generating activities.
• Perform tasks necessary for campus budget development and review; as well as for fiscal year-end closing.
• Solve routine to complex problems and analyses, taking a new perspective on existing solutions
• Exercise judgment based
  on the analysis of various inputs/sources of information
• Ensures effective use of time across assigned projects. Excellent
  organizational skills with a keen orientation to detail and concern for accuracy, as well as the ability to handle multiple tasks
  simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Perform assignments and responsibilities including query data, ad hoc reporting and recurring
  reporting needs of varying degrees of complexity and diversity
• Systems and software used in performing basic responsibilities:
  PeopleSoft; Workday; Power BI; OfficeConnect

Shift

Monday-Friday, 8am – 5pm

Minimum
Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 3 years of
experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing the financial operations of a department/unit/organization.
• Experience utilizing
  Workday, OfficeConnect and Power BI, or a similar budget management and reporting tool.
• Proficient in business applications, such
  as MS Excel.
• Ability to compile, model, and analyze large data sets and make meaningful recommendations to management/leadership.
• Working knowledge of University Finance policies and procedures.
• Customer focused and excellent attention to detail.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range:
$65,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Grade: GGS 010

University Title: Senior Finance and Accounting Analyst

Internal
applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

Resume & cover letter

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city
features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its
location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in
the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest
population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of
restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your
education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is
eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including
medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and
educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty &
Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resou
rces/benefits-retirement
Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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