Financial Analyst / Senior Financial Analyst / Finance Manager

UVAFinance seeks applicants for multiple positions across its departments, including Financial Reporting and Accounting, Payroll, Financial Planning and Analysis, and Treasury. Positions are available at the Financial Analyst, Senior Financial Analyst, and Finance Manager levels. These key roles will engage in both day-to-day financial operations as well as strategic projects and will work with members of their teams and colleagues across UVAFinance and the University to support effective, compliant, and strategic fiscal management for the University of Virginia.The UVAFinance team has a vision to be the valued and trusted financial partner that the University community turns to first. Financial Analyst, Senior Financial Analyst, and Finance Manager roles must embody the UVAFinance core values: to be (1) an impeccable source of information; (2) a collaborative partner; to provide (3) service excellence and (4) strategic continuous improvement; and to lead and develop (5) diverse and inclusive teams.These positions require incumbents to be both independent and proactive. Incumbents should take initiative as well as have the ability and desire to fully engage in collaborative projects and processes with others within and outside of UVAFinance. Incumbents must possess a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive work environment. These positions are currently eligible for telework, but availability in Charlottesville is preferred.Description for Financial Analyst:Financial Analysts help construct a holistic understanding of financial activity at the University. They may focus on the performance of specific schools or units, or of specific functions, such as budgeting, accounting, auditing, planning, taxes, payroll, and treasury. They conduct assigned financial studies, collecting, analyzing, and presenting financial information. They assist in preparing recommendations for policies, procedures, controls, or actions. They may interpret and apply financial policies and accounting theory. They prepare standard and special studies, reports, analyses. They make recommendations in areas such as governmental requirements, statistical reports, and business forecasts. Work is conducted independently.Qualifications for Financial Analyst:Education:• High school diploma, bachelor’s degree preferredExperience:• At least one year of relevant experience is required.• Experience with navigating competing priorities in a high-visibility office is preferred.• Experience working with diverse stakeholders is preferred.• Proven critical thinking and problem-solving abilities are required.• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation and reporting skills are required.• Ability to build relationships and develop internal and external partnerships is required.• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) is required.• Knowledge of continuous improvement processes are preferred.• Knowledge of UVA systems, including Workday, Adaptive, and/or UBI (Qlik) is a plus.Description for Senior Financial Analyst:Senior Financial Analysts develop, interpret, and implement highly complex financial and accounting concepts and techniques for financial planning and control. They direct development and implementation of new concepts and techniques for financial information analysis. Senior analysts coordinate with all levels of management within and outside the University to gather, analyze, summarize, and prepare recommendations regarding financial plans, future requirements, operating forecasts, and similar complex financial matters. They act as consultants to management on financial policies, procedures, and application. Senior Financial Analysts are distinguished by experience and depth of knowledge. They may provide functional and technical direction to other financial staff members.Qualifications for Senior Financial Analyst:Education:• Bachelor's degreeExperience:• At least five years of relevant experience is required. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.• Experience in leadership of budget, treasury, financial operations, and/or financial reporting, especially in a higher education setting is required.• Proven experience with leading competing priorities in a high-visibility office.• Proven experience working with diverse stakeholders.• Proven critical thinking and problem-solving abilities are required.• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation and reporting skills are required.• Ability to build relationships and develop internal and external partnerships is required.• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) is required.• Knowledge of continuous improvement processes are preferred.• Knowledge of UVA systems, including Workday, Adaptive, and UBI (Qlik) is a plus.• CMA, CFA, CTP, CPA, or other relevant certifications are a plus.Description for Finance Manager:Finance Managers oversee a team of finance professionals or a financial program. Finance Managers may focus on one or more specialty areas in finance, including accounting, budget, payroll, financial aid, financial analysis, purchasing, or treasury. Finance Managers serve as finance experts, program leaders, or team heads. Their mastery of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), institutional knowledge, and expertise, allows them to work independently, providing the management oversight and direction for their organizations to operate efficiently and effectively, adhering to established compliance guidelines, institutional standards, organizational timelines, and fulfilling leadership goals.Qualifications for Finance Manager:Education:• Bachelor's degreeExperience:• At least seven years of experience in a financial discipline, with supervisory experience. 11 years of relevant/finance experience accepted in lieu of degree.• Experience in leadership of budget, financial operations, and/or financial reporting, especially in a higher education setting is required.• Proven experience with leading competing priorities in a high-visibility office.• Proven experience working with diverse stakeholders.• Proven critical thinking and problem-solving abilities are required.• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation and reporting skills are required.• Ability to build relationships and develop internal and external partnerships is required.• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) is required.• Knowledge of continuous improvement processes are preferred.• Knowledge of UVA systems, including Workday, Adaptive, and UBI (Qlik) is a plus.• CMA, CFA, CTP, CPA, or other relevant certifications are a plus.Physical Demands: This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop/laptop computers.Anticipated Hiring Range: Commensurate with qualifications and eligible for UVA Benefits.University of Virginia is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion. UVA recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The University strives to be a place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, to stay, and to perform to their highest potential.This posting will remain open until positions are filled and applications will continue to be considered. This position will not sponsor for Visas. For questions about the positions or the application process, please contact Daniel Strong, Senior Recruiter at das6zb@virginia.edu. These are exempt level, benefited positions. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.How to Apply:Applications that do not contain all of the required documents will not receive full consideration, please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the box.Process for External Applicants: Please apply here. Complete an application online and attach a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three references (name, email address, telephone number, and address).Process for Internal UVA Applicants: Please apply through your Workday Home page, search “Find Jobs,” and search for ‘R0058398.’ Complete an application online and attach a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three references (name, email address, telephone number, and address).The ideal candidates embody the UVA Finance Core Value of Diverse and Inclusive Teams:We value diversity, equity, inclusivity, and respect. We strive to create a culture where every team member feels included and valued, and where different backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas are celebrated. UVAFinance is committed to the belief that diversity in all its forms is not merely a desirable complement to excellence; it is an essential component of it. The diversity of our team itself, and our team’s commitment to the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion, strengthens our ability to effectively serve staff, faculty, students, suppliers, and the University community. Within UVAFinance, we are taking these efforts seriously, both in terms of our service to the University, the community, and our commitment to our employees.UVA Finance is a phenomenal place to lead, grow, and deliver impact. It is an organization that values results and teamwork. We like the people we work with and the work we get to do. We strive to create a welcoming and supportive workplace where everyone feels empowered to be their authentic selves and share ideas. We embrace a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. UVA Finance values work-life balance and provides flexible work location options where possible.The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.