Senior Financial Analyst I

Job Title

Senior Financial Analyst I

Agency

Texas A&M University System Offices

Department

Budgets & Accounting

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The System Offices is one of several system members within the Texas A&M University System representing one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a network of 12 universities, a comprehensive health science center, eight state agencies, Texas A&M – Fort Worth and the Texas A&M - RELLIS Campus. The Texas A&M University System mission is to provide education, conduct research, commercialize technology, offer training, and deliver services for the people of Texas and beyond.

The System Offices, within the Texas A&M University System, provides an outstanding benefits package including, but not limited to: competitive health benefits; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a defined benefit retirement plan to include an employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS); if applicable, a defined contribution retirement plan to include an employer contribution through an approved ORP vendor: additional voluntary tax deferred annuity (TDA) options; tuition assistance; and wellness

programs to promote work/life balance.

Job Description Summary:

Performs highly complex financial analysis and provides strategic oversight for various funding portfolios. Responsibilities include developing and administering internal grant processes; compiling, reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating grant operations and financial systems; and overseeing contract administration and monitoring. Evaluates the effectiveness of internal controls, accuracy of financial records, and compliance with System policies,as well as state and federal statutes and regulations.

Utilizes and adapts complex financial and budget models to develop projections, identify funding allocations, and support operating budget development. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment. Maintains effective working relationships with leadership, member institutions, agencies, and external partners.

Responsibilities:

• Serves as the primary administrator for the System's initiative portfolios, including process development, execution, tracking, and financial compliance.
• Preparation of agenda items.
• Oversees the contract/grant lifecycle, including budget monitoring, account management, expense review, contract administration, payment processing, and reconciliation.
• Reviews, administers and monitors System contracts and agreements, including compliance, invoicing, funding requirements, and alignment with System, state, and federal regulations, mitigating risk for high-visibility, high-impact awards.
• Provides ongoing financial oversight for agreements related to Easterwood Airport and other System-level contracts.
• Analyzes and interprets financial data using quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Monitors and evaluates program financial positions, including assets and liabilities.
• Leads management of indirect cost recovery accounts and related budgets, including quarterly distributions and reconciliation of discrepancies.
• Prepares and presents historical, comparative, graphical, and narrative financial reports, and provides management reporting and decision support to leadership on fund utilization, financial trends, and long-term obligations.
• Conducts detailed budget reviews across assigned accounts.
• Coordinates with member institutions, accounting, research services, external sponsors and partners throughout the funding lifecycle, and provides financial guidance to stakeholders.
• Resolves contract-related financial issues and ensures timely processing of payments and obligations.
• Leads or supports special projects, participates in meetings and training, and performs other duties as assigned.
• Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Six years of related work experience
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Familiarity with contracts.
• Solid understanding of governmental budgeting and fund accounting.
• TAMUS Financial Systems: FAMIS/Canopy/FAMISweb/EDW Business Objects/AggieBuy/Emburse.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple assignments as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills to prepare financial information clearly.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong MS Office skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply System, state, and federal regulations.

Other Requirements:

This is a security-sensitive position and is restricted to U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents only. Only complete applications will be considered for employment at The Texas A&M System Offices. Incomplete job application data could result in your application being rejected without an option to reapply. A cover letter and resume may be required in addition to a completed employment application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.