Financial Analyst

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Open Date 06/11/2026 Requisition Number PRN45338B Job Title Financial Analyst Working Title Financial Analyst Career Progression Track E Track Level FLSA Code Administrative Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary VP Area Academic Affairs Department 00002 - EVPAA - Academics Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $65,000-$80,000 Close Date 08/01/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 06/19/2026 Job Summary

The Financial Analyst supports financial planning, analysis, and reporting functions within the EVPAA's office. This role provides analytical support for strategy, budget oversight, and institutional decision-making, while contributing to key initiatives and campus-wide financial performance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Performs financial analysis on cash flow, operating results, and organizational plans to support strategic decision-making and effective resource allocation. Prepares, analyzes, and interprets financial and management reports, evaluating financial performance, resource utilization, and trends across departments and academic units. Develops and maintains reporting tools, including P&L-style reporting, and communicates insights and recommendations to leadership.
• Maintains financial models, conducts analysis, and assists in the developing tables, proposals, and presentation materials. Contributes to forecasting, scenario analysis, and long-range financial planning using internal data, industry benchmarks, and general economic trends.
• Responds to ad hoc data requests from leadership and campus partners, ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of financial data across systems and reports. Utilizes financial systems and modeling tools to support analysis, reporting, and data management, while assisting in the development and maintenance of cost accounting and reporting processes.
• Monitors and reviews financial data and processes, reconciling discrepancies, identifying trends and potential impacts, and supporting resolution of technical issues. Assists in auditing and maintaining financial and accounting systems to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with institutional policies.
• Collaborates with departments and central offices to gather data, provide insights, and support sound financial practices across the institution.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies, recommending and implementing enhancements to financial systems, reporting processes, and departmental operations. Provides support for strategic initiatives, special projects, and evolving operational needs, applying analytical judgment and a continuous improvement mindset.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Healthcare Administration, or a related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); plus two years of related experience. Also required are a thorough knowledge of established accounting principles and practices; spreadsheet and database skills; knowledge of statistics and demonstrated analytical, problem solving, human relation and effective communication skills required.

An advanced degree, such as a Master's of Business Administration, is preferred. Certain positions may require familiarity with hospital billing systems, Medicare and insurance reimbursement regulations, etc.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

• Experience in higher education or public sector finance.
• Knowledge of financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing to team and organizational goals.

Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have 2 or more years of business, accounting, and/or healthcare administration experience?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)

• Yes

• No

• • Indicate your level of expertise in accounting principles and practices, spreadsheets/databases, statistics and analytical problem solving:

• None

• Minimal

• Moderate

• Extensive

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents