The University of Texas at Austin
Job Posting Title:
Financial Analyst - Hybrid
Hiring Department:
Payroll Services
Position Open To:
All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue
Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
Job Details:
Payroll Services at The University of Texas at Austin is responsible for producing and distributing payroll for approximately 29,000 employees. Payroll processes monthly, semi-monthly and off-cycle payrolls for employees of the university. Our Insurance Team is responsible for deducting, remitting and reporting payroll deductions and other payroll information to UT System Administration, state and federal agencies, and third-party vendors. We ensure compliance with federal, state and university laws and guidelines.
This position offers a hybrid work option with a flexible schedule during standard business hours.
Your skills will make a difference.
You’ll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will make a difference in the lives of university staff, thereby enhancing the student experience. If you’re the type of person that wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you’ll like working in our department and for UT Austin. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:
Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%) Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays Teachers Retirement System of Texas: a defined benefit retirement plan Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b) Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities Tuition assistance Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card
Must be authorized to work in the United States on an ongoing, full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.
Purpose
Responsible for payroll administration, accounting, compliance, reporting and analysis for the State of Texas and UT System Group Insurance programs.
Responsibilities
Process and ensure the timeliness and accuracy of payroll deductions. Responsible for monthly benefit accounting closeout process including reporting, vouchers and remittances for the UT System Group Insurance Programs for UT Austin employees, Retirees, Surviving Dependents and Graduate Student Fellows. Review insurance related payroll processing reports and run integrations as needed to support payroll processing. Coordinate with Human Resources, the UT-System Office of Employee Benefits, Academic Health Plans, and the eBITS technical team to resolve issues. Provide customer support related to payroll deductions. Process payroll adjustments and refunds for insurance adjustments. Analyze system requirements and business process changes needed to comply with laws and policies. Collaborate with team members to gain efficiencies in workflow. Help evaluate, test and implement changes as needed. Reconcile consolidated bill and insurance remittance accounts to the general ledger balance on a monthly basis, resolve issues, and prepare adjusting journal entries, payroll adjustments and refunds, as required, to ensure financial integrity and accuracy of employee records. Remit premiums monthly for the UT System Group Insurance Programs for UT Austin employees, Retirees, Surviving Dependents and Graduate Student Fellows. Remit premiums monthly for the Academic Health Plan for UT Austin graduate student employees and fellows. Other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree with related experience in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration and at least 5 years of experience in finance or accounting with experience in planning, forecasting and financial analysis. Proven ability to provide outstanding customer service in a large organization. Professional demeanor with experience employing diplomacy, discretion, and confidentiality in all business matters.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with DEFINE, Workday, and/or Benefitfocus. Fluent in Spanish.
Salary Range : $55,000
Working Conditions :
Standard office conditions Manual dexterity Daily use of a keyboard and desktop computer
Required Materials :
Resume/CV 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor Letter of interest
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Financial Analyst - Hybrid
Hiring Department:
Payroll Services
Position Open To:
All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue
Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
Job Details:
Payroll Services at The University of Texas at Austin is responsible for producing and distributing payroll for approximately 29,000 employees. Payroll processes monthly, semi-monthly and off-cycle payrolls for employees of the university. Our Insurance Team is responsible for deducting, remitting and reporting payroll deductions and other payroll information to UT System Administration, state and federal agencies, and third-party vendors. We ensure compliance with federal, state and university laws and guidelines.
This position offers a hybrid work option with a flexible schedule during standard business hours.
Your skills will make a difference.
You’ll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will make a difference in the lives of university staff, thereby enhancing the student experience. If you’re the type of person that wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you’ll like working in our department and for UT Austin. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:
Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%) Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays Teachers Retirement System of Texas: a defined benefit retirement plan Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b) Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities Tuition assistance Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card
Must be authorized to work in the United States on an ongoing, full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.
Purpose
Responsible for payroll administration, accounting, compliance, reporting and analysis for the State of Texas and UT System Group Insurance programs.
Responsibilities
Process and ensure the timeliness and accuracy of payroll deductions. Responsible for monthly benefit accounting closeout process including reporting, vouchers and remittances for the UT System Group Insurance Programs for UT Austin employees, Retirees, Surviving Dependents and Graduate Student Fellows. Review insurance related payroll processing reports and run integrations as needed to support payroll processing. Coordinate with Human Resources, the UT-System Office of Employee Benefits, Academic Health Plans, and the eBITS technical team to resolve issues. Provide customer support related to payroll deductions. Process payroll adjustments and refunds for insurance adjustments. Analyze system requirements and business process changes needed to comply with laws and policies. Collaborate with team members to gain efficiencies in workflow. Help evaluate, test and implement changes as needed. Reconcile consolidated bill and insurance remittance accounts to the general ledger balance on a monthly basis, resolve issues, and prepare adjusting journal entries, payroll adjustments and refunds, as required, to ensure financial integrity and accuracy of employee records. Remit premiums monthly for the UT System Group Insurance Programs for UT Austin employees, Retirees, Surviving Dependents and Graduate Student Fellows. Remit premiums monthly for the Academic Health Plan for UT Austin graduate student employees and fellows. Other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree with related experience in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration and at least 5 years of experience in finance or accounting with experience in planning, forecasting and financial analysis. Proven ability to provide outstanding customer service in a large organization. Professional demeanor with experience employing diplomacy, discretion, and confidentiality in all business matters.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with DEFINE, Workday, and/or Benefitfocus. Fluent in Spanish.
Salary Range : $55,000
Working Conditions :
Standard office conditions Manual dexterity Daily use of a keyboard and desktop computer
Required Materials :
Resume/CV 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor Letter of interest
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. #J-18808-Ljbffr