Financial Analyst 3 - The Wolfsonian

$65,000 - $70,000/Yr

Florida International University - Miami, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Miami, FL

10,001+ employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Financial Analyst 3 at The Wolfsonian - Florida International University plays a crucial role in overseeing financial activities related to the outflow of funds, including purchasing, accounts payable, and contracts. This position requires collaboration with various departments to develop and implement financial concepts, manage finance transactions, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and university guidelines. The analyst will also be responsible for preparing financial reports, conducting audits, and serving as a liaison between the museum and university departments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and complete all activities related to the outflow of funds, including purchasing, accounts payable, contracts, pro-card, and expense reports.
• Develop, interpret, implement, and execute financial concepts related to budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance.
• Coordinate accounting and finance functions for the museum and assist with office administration.
• Manage finance transactions and daily tasks to ensure proper workflow and adherence to deadlines.
• Provide expert advisory capability regarding financial activities and compliance with guidelines and policies.
• Develop and maintain unit-level processes for accounting processes and policies, focusing on outflow transactions.
• Participate in financial reconciliations, reporting, audits, budget preparation, and end-period processes.
• Prepare and maintain accounting spreadsheets and financial reports for tracking budget expenditures.
• Serve as a liaison between the museum business office and various university departments for purchasing and accounts payable.
• Design and produce collateral materials for the department, monitoring and analyzing relevant data.
• Train and provide customer service to departmental staff regarding requisitions, purchasing, and contracts.
• Obtain vendor information and documentation for grant-funded projects, ensuring compliance with grant budgets.
• Verify accounts payable postings monthly and manage open purchase orders for year-end closing.
• Prepare contracts, purchase order requisitions, and assist with all matters related to purchasing and payment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and five (5) years of related experience, or a Master's degree and three (3) years of related experience.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $65,000-$70,000.
• Flexible working hours as needed.