Financial Analyst, Senior

About the role

The Senior Financial Analyst will assist with control testing, improve IT control structure and monitoring, and support compliance with Uniform Guidance audit standards over various Federal programs. They will also engage in process optimization initiatives and foster relationships within the finance team.

Responsibilities

• Review internal control submissions and perform control testing to ensure compliance.
• Maintain the control structure by updating process flow documentation and implementing new processes and procedures.
• Perform routine testing to ensure compliance with UPMC’s balance sheet reconciliation procedures.
• Develop and execute IT General Controls (ITGC) testing plans over UPMC’s unique IT environment.
• Work directly with program managers to establish and maintain control environments that meet Uniform Guidance standards.
• Support external auditors throughout financial and statutory audits.
• Engage in ad hoc projects assigned by management, including integrations and audits outside existing controls.
• Participate in the development of automations to assist the Financial Integrity and other departments.
• Identify and implement process improvements, collaborating with management to drive business optimization.
• Foster and cultivate relationships with members of finance and accounting teams.
• Assist with the training of rotational staff and support their growth and development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related business field required.
• Minimum of three years of related work experience required.
• OR High School Diploma/GED and five years of related work experience.
• Microsoft Office spreadsheet application required.
• PeopleSoft General Ledger proficiency preferred.

Qualifications

• CPA/MBA preferred.
• Act 34 clearance.

Benefits

UPMC offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Over 5 weeks of paid time off annually.
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Student loan assistance and tuition reimbursement.
• Earn up to 8% of your eligible pay in retirement contributions from UPMC.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Family planning resources.
• Tuition assistance for dependents.
• Comprehensive health care for dependents.
• Emergency child and elder care options.
• Flexible work arrangements.

Schedule

This role is offered on a hybrid remote work schedule.