Accountant Financial Analyst, Senior

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleAccountant Financial Analyst, SeniorRequisition NumberRE54537Working TitlePlant Funds AccountantDepartment Name3A300:Accounting & Financial Reporting ServicesWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level45Salary Range$47,278-78,000/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationBAClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience4 yrsRequired License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsLifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 25 lbs., sitting for long periods of timeShiftMonday – Friday
8am – 5pm
(40 hours/week)Job SummaryThis position reviews, creates, maintains and monitors capital project accounts, debt service information and related reports with minimal assistance. This position also regularly audits capital projects for compliance with complex State and University regulations. Other responsibilities include the preparation of financial and ad hoc reports as assigned using SAP S/4HANA and/or the Tableau reporting tool. Accuracy, timeliness, initiative and attention to detail are essential. Self-motivation, ownership of the position’s responsibilities and resolve in seeking needed information are also key traits required for this position. This position is eligible to be considered for a hybrid in-office/remote work schedule.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesProficiency in Excel, Tableau, SAP S4, exceptional verbal and written communication skillsDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to Apply06/09/2026Our 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. * How many years of accounting and financial reporting experience do you have?
   • None
   • More than 0, through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
2. * What best describes your level of experience with excel?
   • None
   • Beginner (e.g. basic formatting, sorting, adding columns)
   • Intermediate (e.g. conditional formatting, data lists, formulas)
   • Advanced (e.g. macros,pivot tables, analytical add-ins)
3. * Please tell us how your experience relates to the duties of this position. What interests you most about this opportunity?

   (Open Ended Question)

4. * Please describe your experience working with Tableau or any related business intelligence software. Please indicate name of software, your role in utilization and duration.

   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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