Finance and Accounting Analyst 2

Department Overview

The Finance and Accounting Analyst 2 for the academic mission, providing financial analytic services to the Senior Director of Budget & Finance and the Academics Budget Manager. This is a senior-level position that applies advanced knowledge and skills; often performs difficult and complex tasks and provides guidance, assistance and training to more junior-level analysts. Typically assigned to support larger and/or more complex area teams.

Function/Duties of Position

This position will gather & analyze financial data, organize data into accessible reports and perform various types of analysis’ using key metrics, provide forecasting support, process financial transactions, budgeting and report consolidation. The Finance and Accounting Analyst 2 provides all aspects of the financial process and procedures, interpretation, reporting, financial analysis to support operating activities, special projects and initiatives.

Services include analysis of budget variances & recommendations to correct negative trends or variances. Provides consolidated financial reports for Senior Director of Budget & Finance, Academics Budget Manager, Vice Provost of Finance & Administration, and other directors, as needed. Prepares financial reports and projections with options for improving budget performance, and cost efficiency. Assists in the preparation of the Operating and Capital budgets. Provides cost-benefit analysis of existing or new programs. Processes financial transactions, purchasing, A/P and A/R, Journal Entries and approve Pcard transactions.

This position must be detail oriented, possess strong financial & organizational skills, be flexible, have the ability to work in a team environment as well as being self-directed, have ability to set and prioritize obtainable goals and work efficiently under pressure of multiple deadlines for multiple areas.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from an accredited college or university and minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible relevant work experience. If from a related field, candidate must have 36 hours of accounting courses from an accredited college or university.
• All candidates must be highly proficient with the use of computers, including database and spreadsheet applications.
• Demonstrate proficiency of accounting principles (e.g. GAAP).
• Prior Academic Health Center or relevant financial specific experience performing analysis related to operational improvements and business cases.
• Highly proficient with use of PC including database and spreadsheet applications.
• Intermediate spreadsheet skills, including complex functions, formulas, and formatting.
• Experience with relational databases. Understanding of financial reporting concepts such as cost accounting and net present value analysis.
• Communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to consult with internal and external customers regarding matters/issues which may be sensitive in nature.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, plus 4 years of directly related experience as defined in the position description.
• Proficient in Oracle & Cognos/Rubix software including General Ledger, iProcurement, and Labor Distribution.
• Experience in central funding, allocations and state funding.
• Familiarity with OHSU Fiscal Policies and Procedures.
  
  

All are welcome

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.