FBS Senior Analyst

Job TitleFBS Senior AnalystAgencyTexas A&M UniversityDepartmentUAS University Accounting ServicesProposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationCollege Station, TexasJob TypeStaffJob DescriptionA Glimpse of the JobThe Finance & Business Services Senior Analyst is responsible for providing accounting or business support to designated unit, department, college, or other System member; providing support to FBS leadership and serving as a resource within their unit for other staff members; leading, auditing, reporting, reconciling, tracking, reviewing, or approving actions on their designated accounts and/or assigned duties; providing strategic input; and initiating process improvement as needed.Essential DutiesAccounting/Business SupportExhibits mastery in executing, reviewing, and auditing complex accounting and financial transactionsAssists in setting strategic and programmatic financial and budget goalsAssists in performing Annual Financial Report (AFR) tasksDevelops and prepares financial presentations, reports, financial models, and projectionsAssists with establishing, analyzing, and reviewing rates for complianceOffice Leadership SupportProvides reports and executive-level communication and customer service to VP’s, Deans, Department Heads, and other senior staffInitiates process improvements to enhance efficiencies and workflowsAssists in preparing annual budget allocations to departments, position budgeting tasks, commitment tracking, and departmental budget requestsTracks internal projects, audits, business records, and records managementCoordinates access requestsOversees or leads a function or serves as a subject matter expert in one or more areasResearch policies, practices, and/or trouble transactions for solutionsPrepares and maintains standard operating procedures and internal resource documentsMay research project coordination with Sponsored Research Services and other campus groupsMay review and revise job aides as neededMay supervise student workersMay mentor or train subordinate staff membersDepartment SpecificDesigns and delivers structured reports to improve operational efficiency for TAMU and other shared services membersAssists with modernization efforts across database architecture, including development, reconfiguration, and automated reporting/workflow solutions, to support evolving business needsFulfills ad hoc reporting requests and provide expertise on data warehouse data and other reporting toolsMaintains and enhances data accuracy, reporting quality, and data integritySupports development and delivery of training materials and sessions for Business Objects and reporting toolsDocument processes, workflows, and troubleshooting guides while contributing to continuity planning and knowledge transferProvides data support for open records requests, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable regulationsProvides support to the System Office and system members, offering data insights and reporting assistance as requestedWhat You Need to KnowSalary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.   Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials. These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume.  Required Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or finance, or equivalent combination of education and experienceSix years of related experienceKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applicationsKnowledge of financial management system and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Strong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work independently once given a projectAbility to apply rules and regulations in a complex environmentStrong decision-making skillsAbility to interpret and explain regulations/rules, policies, and procedures to staff, customers, and vendorsAbility to multitask and work cooperatively with othersAbility to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understandingOther Requirements and FactorsThis position is security sensitiveThis position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and proceduresAll tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirementsInstructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume’ or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online 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.