Financial Management Analyst I
About the role
Duke University seeks a Financial Management Analyst I to support graduate education by partnering with academic and administrative leaders to ensure responsible stewardship of financial resources.
Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly general and standard journal entries, income and balance sheet statements, and account reconciliations.
- Conduct special studies and develop or recommend accounting methods and procedures.
- Assist in vendor management processes with other school units, including vendor selection, service pricing estimates, processing vendor payments such as accounts payable checks, employee reimbursements, honoraria, and other payments as assigned.
- Research and resolve problems pertaining to financial reporting systems, ensuring compliance with university procedures and policies.
- Absorb and analyze departmental budget requests and advise departments regarding changes in budgets to meet organizational requirements.
- Process financial aid transactions using PeopleSoft and financial transactions using the General Ledger accounting system, SAP S/4.
- Maintain liaison with departmental business managers and administrative staff in the preparation and analysis of financial and student funding reports to provide information and to resolve problems concerning variances.
- Provide analysis and reporting for various externally funded grants, such as the Sloan Foundation, Summer Research Opportunity Program, and other awards as assigned.
- Serve as school lead for Duke corporate card management, reporting and distribution.
- Perform other related duties that support the financial operations and strategic goals of the Graduate School.
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics or a related business field.
- Experience: No experience required for candidates who possess a Bachelor's degree in a field of study related to the specific position.
- Preferred Experience: Two years of experience in managerial accounting and/or financial analysis.
- Skills: Demonstrated knowledge in SAP S/4, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Access; working knowledge of PeopleSoft preferred; strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics or a related business field.
- Experience: No experience required for candidates who possess a Bachelor's degree in a field of study related to the specific position.
- Preferred Experience: Two years of experience in managerial accounting and/or financial analysis.
- Skills: Demonstrated knowledge in SAP S/4, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Access; working knowledge of PeopleSoft preferred; strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Benefits
Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/
Pay
Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $59,829.00 to USD $86,700.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Schedule
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Benefits
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Skills
- Demonstrated knowledge in SAP S/4, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Access
- Working knowledge of PeopleSoft preferred
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills