Financial Analyst

North Carolina Central University

IT, Accounting & Finance

Posted on Sunday, July 23, 2023

Financial Analyst

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Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title	Financial Analyst
Position Number	600660
Appointment Type	Permanent - Full Time
Tenure Track	No
FTE	1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months
If time limited, duration date

Position Overview

Primary Function of Organizational Unit	Disbursements, inclusive of Accounts Payable and Travel, is a part of the Comptroller’s Unit (CU) which is an accounting organization that performs detailed analysis and compiles the financial statements for internal and external reporting purposes. Specifically, the Disbursements department ensures that all vendor invoices are paid in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner in accordance to state, federal, and university guidelines, policies & procedures and all travel needs of the University’s faculty, staff, and students are in a proficient, effective, and time sensitive manner.
Primary Purpose of Position	The Director of Disbursements is responsible for leading the accounts payable and travel processes. The position is responsible for the management of the day to day activities of the accounts payable and travel operations including, managing staff, establishing, delivering and monitoring departmental performance and ensuring accuracy of all transactions. The position will also provide direction; implementing best practices, setting operational policies, maintaining a system of strong internal controls and compliance and support internal control and financial reporting audit requirements. The position requires an individual to be detailed oriented, with sense of urgency while being able to multi-task and work in a fast paced and changing environment.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	The successful candidate must possess a working knowledge of Banner Finance or an equivalent system; knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Word and Excel) Applications; knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles as it relates to GASB; ability to deliver presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience; ability to work independently with little or no supervision; to take initiative to see projects and assignments through to completion; to learn, interpret and analyze information to make necessary decisions; to exercise judgment and discretion in problem solving; to plan, prioritize and organize workflow; ability to work flexible schedules; excellent analytical and organizational skills along with written and oral communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively and diplomatically with a wide range of individuals in a high pressure environment.
Minimum Education/Experience	Bachelor’s degree and 2-4 years of experience.
Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation	N/A
Equal Opportunity Employer	North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Function	Administrative
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.	Maintain operational effectiveness as it relates to internal controls, specifically, timely completion of the disbursements, payroll, vendor direct and virtual payables reconciliations. As well as clearing the payroll liability account.

Function	Administrative
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.	The position must demonstrate the ability to convey effective and accurate verbal and written communication to all Travel Office and Accounts Payable customers. This aspect includes the data analysis associated with spending patterns and working with the campus community to ensure timely completion and submissions of invoices and/or travel reimbursements.

Function	Administrative
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.	The position must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the use of software programs, information systems, and specialized equipment to access, input, and verify standard information ad related to the specialized area for travel and Accounts Payable. This includes implementing and overseeing campus training for Eagles Purch (AP) and Chrome River (Travel)

Function	Administrative
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.	The position requires a demonstration of knowledge, skills, and abilities to serve as a lead to guarantee that the maximum quality and quantity of duties and responsibilities performed in the Accounts Payable Office and travel policies and procedures.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	EPA02785P
Open Date	03/08/2023
Date desired for closing or initial review	03/17/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Date Position Available	04/10/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)
List of References

Optional Documents

DD-214 (for Veterans Only)

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Explain your working knowledge of Banner Finance or an equivalent system.
(Open Ended Question)
Explain your working knowledge of financial planning and budget management.
(Open Ended Question)
Explain your working knowledge of accounting and budgeting principles and practices.
(Open Ended Question)
Please provide your definition of exceptional customer service.
(Open Ended Question)

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