Business or Financial Analyst Intermediate (Remote)

How to Apply

A cover letter is required and should address your specific interest in the position and outline experience that directly relate to this position. Studies show that women, persons of color, and persons from other less socially privileged backgrounds are less likely to apply for positions unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We believe that people of color, people from working-class backgrounds, women, and LGBTQ+ people must be centered in the work we do. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities, or who are members of other marginalized communities. If you think you have what it takes, possess transferable skills, and are quick to learn, but don't necessarily satisfy every requirement or meet every qualification, we would love to hear from you!

Summary

Since 1841, the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA) has been the heart of The Michigan Difference, educating young leaders through a rich liberal arts curriculum and creating new knowledge through world-class research and scholarship. We offer more than 100-degree programs in over 75 academic departments and programs. Learn more about LSA at http://www.lsa.umich.edu/.

As part of the largest College at the University of Michigan, LSA Finance employs more than 100 staff who provide financial, procurement, and research administration support to over 100 units. We are looking for well-qualified applicants for a Business Analyst Lead role to provide financial reporting, analysis, and support services for LSA units and service in a leadership role on the Business Analyst team. The business analyst is a member of LSA Finance, reporting to the Business Analyst Manager, and partnering with Unit Administrators to provide shared financial management and business analyst support. As one team, the business analysts, business office staff, and procurement staff work together as the financial resource for assigned units. A training program is part of the onboarding plan.

Flexible Work Arrangements

As part of the University of Michigan's Future Work Initiative and LSA Finance's Flexible Work Arrangements, you may work on campus or remotely but are required to come to campus as needed to foster intentional collaboration, team building, and connection.

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

In addition, LSA offers:

• Strong commitment to work/life balance
• Flexible work arrangements with respect to campus stakeholder needs
• Enhanced tuition support programs for LSA courses

Responsibilities*

• Partner with Unit Administrators to develop budgets and assist with understanding and interpreting performance against budgets. Troubleshoot financial-related questions.
• Provide accurate and thoughtful guidance regarding UM, LSA, and unit financial policies and procedures.
• Develop regular and ad hoc reports and analyses.
• Review and approve transactions.
• Promote a strong internal controls environment and help create and manage processes to ensure controls are in place.
• Provide training to LSA staff on budget and finance topics.
• Assist unit leadership with a wide range of financial-related strategic questions.
• Advise on operational efficiency within units to help promote the effective use of financial resources.
• Complete regular thorough and timely reviews.
• Review and send monthly financial management reports to units within 7 business days from month-end close. Document findings and inform units of issues or concerns as needed.
• Coordinate with business office staff on financial activities.
• Facilitate accounting support and approve transactions as necessary (e.g., journal entries, vouchers, non-po's, Concur).
• Communicates and clarifies procedures and processes and ensures communications are timely, relevant, and accurate.
• Takes ownership of processes and project assignments; may lead ad hoc or project teams. Seeks opportunities for process improvements and best practices. Measures and ensures effectiveness of improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications*

• BBA in accounting, finance, or business administration or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of two to five years of progressively responsible experience in finance, financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Progressive knowledge of spreadsheets such as Excel and Google and other Office products.
• Significant experience with Business Objects (or other query tools) and M-Pathways highly desired.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with staff at all levels and with varying levels of financial and budgetary knowledge.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure of deadlines and competing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Adaptive to a changing environment.
• Exhibits sound judgment; handles sensitive and confidential information appropriately

Additional Information

The target salary range for this position is $65,000 - $72,500. The actual salary offered may be higher based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

As one of the world's great liberal arts colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.

To learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion in LSA, please visit lsa.umich.edu/lsa/dei.

To learn more about LSA's Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision.

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.