Accountant Financial Analyst, Associate

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleAccountant Financial Analyst, AssociateRequisition NumberRE55167Working TitleDepartment Name3A600:Research Financial ServicesWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level44Salary Range$44,678-71,469/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationBAClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience2 yrsRequired License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsSitting long periods of time. Occassional assistance with onsite deliveries up to 15lbs.ShiftMonday-Friday 8:00am-5:00 pm.Job SummaryThe Research Financial Services department within University Financial Services is seeking a candidate for the Financial Analyst Coordinator position. This individual provides financial, technical, and operational support to the department with primary responsibility for sponsored project master data management and cash application activities for sponsored projects.

Technical proficiency is essential as this position serves as a key resource for creating and maintaining grant-related master data within SAP, including grant accounts, WBS elements, sponsored programs, and related system data entries. The position evaluates account setup and budget transmissions, troubleshoots complex account data issues, develops and maintains process documentation, provides guidance on established procedures, and identifies opportunities to improve data integrity and related operational efficiency.

Accounting and analytical skills are critical to the role. Responsibilities include reconciling departmental and clearing cost centers, processing and supporting required records retention activities, performing financial analyses and reporting, processing fixed-price residual transfers, completing financial assessments, and supporting departmental budgeting and operational planning. The position identifies, documents, and reports cash posting discrepancies as required by current processes.

This position serves as the primary resource for processing and researching sponsored project cash receipts, including checks, ACH payments, lockbox transactions, and federal letter of credit reimbursements. The individual conducts research to properly apply receipts, resolve discrepancies, identify necessary correcting entries, and maintain accurate supporting documentation. The role requires independent analysis and judgment to ensure sponsor payments are applied accurately, timely, and in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.

Additional responsibilities include providing customer service and administrative support to internal and external stakeholders, maintaining departmental records, processing routine departmental transactions, assisting with technical and data processing needs, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the department.

The Research Financial Services office operates in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with responsibilities that vary throughout the fiscal year and grant lifecycle. Successful candidates must demonstrate strong organizational skills, adaptability, and the ability to effectively manage competing priorities while adjusting workloads and timelines to meet operational needs and critical deadlines.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesMS Windows, Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, SAP, accounting, communicationDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceAccounting degree; technical skills, financial analysis, accounts receivable and cash processing experience preferredDeadline to Apply08/04/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please choose the answer that best describes your paid, full-time employment experience in accounting and financial reporting.
   • None
   • More than 0, through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, through 6 years
   • More than 6 years, through 10 years
   • More than 10 years
2. * Please describe your experience with UK finance systems to include SAP, grants management, procard protocols and compliance, JVs, online cash transmittals, and other finance procedures.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Describe your analytical skills. Please provide an example of the type of analytical functions you have completed in the past.

   (Open Ended Question)

4. * Please describe you experience creating and/or maintaining financial master data.

   (Open Ended Question)

5. * Define your skill level using Microsoft Excel based on the following criteria:Level 1 - No Experience/SkillLevel 2 - Formatting of cells, general formulas (percentages, 'SUM', 'IF'), printing (including page format), and multiple-worksheet utilization. Level 3 - All tasks in level 1, as well as large data sorting and filtering, pivot tables and chart development formatting. Level 4 - All tasks in levels 1 and 2 with additional skills in advanced formula development including VLOOKUP, nested 'IF' statements, range names, multiple workbook links, protection, and general knowledge of macros.
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   • 4
6. * Please describe your work experience with financial transactions and account reconciliation.

   (Open Ended Question)

7. * Please select the response that best represents your experience in accounting, finance and/or database management.
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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