Financial Analyst (On-site)

About the role

Under general supervision, performs financial analysis activities. Analyzes return, depreciation, and investment ratios; profit and loss income statements; and trends in sales, finance, and other areas of business. Prepares and analyzes monthly and annual financial statements. Analyzes financial accounting data and documents trends. Prepares ad hoc reports and analysis of reports. Monitors and reconciles FRS accounting activities; prepares entries, modifications and analysis. Assists with maintenance of financial reporting systems and provides technical support. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. The Financial Analyst supports the continued operational success of Houston Public Media by ensuring that immediate and future business activities are appropriately reflected within the accounting records adhering to compliance guidelines established by the University and/or State guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Analyze return, depreciation, and investment ratios
• Analyze profit and loss income statements
• Analyze trends in sales, finance, and other business areas
• Prepare and analyze monthly and annual financial statements
• Analyze financial accounting data and document trends
• Prepare ad hoc reports and analysis
• Monitor and reconcile FRS accounting activities; prepare entries, modifications and analysis
• Assist with maintenance of financial reporting systems and provide technical support
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert for procurement of contract‑related goods/services
• Collect and review initial data from all HPM contract requestors for completeness and accuracy (HPM/HPM‑Foundation)
• Vendor contact for contracting communications (scope of work, quotes, vendor profile initiations, Cooperative Contract usage)
• Initial pre‑fill of contract documentation based on original requests and quotes (contract coversheet, sole source, standard agreement templates…)
• Assignment of HPM/HPM‑Foundation contract numbers and obtain signature from original requestor to begin routing for execution
• Regular communication with internal business leadership to ensure contracts comply with policies and procedures
• Consult with leadership on contract proposals and inquiries, as needed
• Ensure final contracts submitted for approval are correct in form and meet all university and Texas state law requirements
• Assist with financial data entry (requisitions, vouchers, journals), contract management tracking, financial metrics, and reporting
• Assist with documenting procedures, conducting staff trainings, preparing/maintaining quick reference guides, and providing individual guidance as needed
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical, or professional discipline (or basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline)
• Knowledge normally obtained through a formal, directly job‑related 4‑year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in‑depth specialized training program directly related to the work
• Minimum of three (3) years of directly job‑related experience
• Department will accept education in lieu of experience and experience in lieu of education

Qualifications

• Higher education experience
• Experience with Peoplesoft financial system
• Experience with QuickBooks
• Experience with month‑end/year‑end close procedures

Pay

Salary range: $56,800.00 – $72,400.00