2400000167 - University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Intermediate knowledge of higher education budget, finance and planning techniques; Possess comprehensive computer skills and be able to generate financial reports, analyze data, and convert data into useful information for executive decision-making; Able to interpret data created by models and make recommendations based on the interpretation of the data to supervisors and unit AVC; A proficient knowledge in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Power Query and other data transformational tools and techniques; Must be able to apply statistical and quantitative modeling techniques in a variety of scenarios; Must possess strong organizational skills; strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external management and university faculty and staff; the ability to manage, lead and/or complete projects, directing the work of others and facilitate successful and timely completion; must be able to work in a collaborative, team environment; must be self-motivated, respectful toward fellow BPA team members and other University staff, and able to self-direct the work.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, analytics, accounting, or other related field of study
• 5 years of relevant, progressively responsible work experience of which 3 years’ experience involving financial analysis, budgeting, or modeling
• Advanced experience with Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Power Query and other data transformational tools and techniques
• Experience with large enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (e.g., Oracle, Workday).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business, finance, analytics, accounting, or other related field of study
• Experience with Responsibility Center Management (RCM) budget model environment.
• Experience with cloud-based budget, financial planning, and analysis software (e.g., Oracle, Workday)
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Power Query and other data transformational tools and techniques
• Higher education, governmental or non-profit accounting or budgeting experience
• Certified Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis Professional (FP&A), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accounting (CMA).

Expected Hiring Range

·%2470,385 to %2493,846 annually

Applicants should submit a cover letter detailing relevant experience along with a resume and three (3) professional references.