Financial Analyst (FINANCIAL ANL 2 CX)

Under general supervision, serve as financial analyst, business operations assistant, and personnel coordinator for the Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC). Submit financial transactions for a variety of funding sources including general funds, contracts and grants, self-supporting activities, and gifts. Identify, research, and resolve problems as it relates to accounts payable, accounts receivables, and procurement. Perform financial analysis and planning for assigned portfolio. Responsible for pre- and post-award processes, budget preparation, analysis, and forecasting. Work closely with the Office of Research, Accounting and Financial Services, and sponsoring agencies to facilitate the timely submission and processing of funds, awards, and information. Serves as Department compliance expert for university policy and procedure related to all department financial business processes. Manage personnel hiring for graduate student and undergrad appointments. Serve as subject matter expert to TERC personnel.

Apply By Date: August 27, 2025 at 11:59pm

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training
• Experience in financial analysis, forecasting and strategic planning to analyze and compile data and reports.
• Experience in budget preparation based on narrative methodological research plans and designs, analysis, and forecasting and control complex budgets.
• Experience managing and monitoring multiple accounts with critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze complex data.
• Experience using automated financial systems.
• Experience recognizing and responding to problems with cost recovery, invoices, accounts, and payroll and initiate timely and appropriate action to resolve them.
• knowledge to analyze the quantitative aspects of fiscal and budgetary issues, and cost allocation methods; Knowledge of federal, state, and private compliance regulations governing grant budgeting, financial reporting, cost-sharing standards, cost allocation, and policies regarding use of grant funds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience coordinating documents and projects with Business Contracts, Sponsored Programs, and Internal Audit to interpret regulations or guidelines and to recommend fiscally responsible and sound management practices.
• Organizational skills to work with changing priorities and demanding workload and to use judgement to make logical decisions.
• Interpersonal, verbal and written, communication skills to clearly and effectively interact with a diverse group of individuals; secure and/or provide information to clarify situations, resolve problems, and negotiate services and/or agreements and MOU's with other departments or external agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• 50% - Financial Administration and Management
• 20% - Payroll/Personnel Reconciliation
• 30% - Business Operations

Department Overview

The Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) is a Special Research Program under the Office of Research. The unit has affiliated faculty, professional researchers, adjunct professors, academic and staff support personnel from all colleges and schools on the UC Davis campus that collaborate on environmental issues of interest to policy makers, agency personnel and academics. TERC is located at both Lake Tahoe and on the Davis main campus. TERC is dedicated to research, education and public outreach on lakes and their surrounding watersheds and airsheds. TERC provides critical scientific information to help understand, restore, and sustain the Lake Tahoe Basin and other lake systems worldwide. TERC conducts environmental research in aquatic and terrestrial environments at Lake Tahoe, and multiple other locations throughout California and globally.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $ 37.52 - $ 51.52/hour
• Salary Frequency: Bi-Weekly
• Salary Grade: 159
• UC Job Title: FINANCIAL ANL 2 CX
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): M-F 8AM-5PM
• Location: Incline Village, NV
• Union Representation: Yes - CX
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

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* High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
* UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
* Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
* Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
* WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
* On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
* Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
* Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Work occasional flexible schedule to meet operational needsWork with frequent interruptions.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• The duties or functions of this position include the handling of cash (or cash equivalents)

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

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As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

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