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Department Arts and Sciences Deans Office-300100
Career Area Accounting/Finance/Auditing
Posting Open Date 01/02/2026
Application Deadline 01/15/2026
Open Until Filled No
Position Type Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title Finance & Data Analyst
Appointment Type EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number 20062842
Vacancy ID NF0009447
Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Permanent
Fte 1
Hours Per Week 40
Position Location North Carolina, US (Chapel Hill)
Proposed Start Date 03/02/2026
Be a Tar Heel! A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
consistently ranks as
one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world‑class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
University employees can choose from a wide range of
professional training opportunities
for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy
exclusive perks
for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC‑Chapel Hill offers full‑time employees a
comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit The College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of the Carolina experience. It contains 43 academic departments and curricula, 30+ programs, centers and institutes; home to more than 19,000 undergraduate students and approximately 2,400 graduate students, nearly 1,000 tenured, tenure‑track and fixed‑term faculty and more than 600 EHRA Non‑Faculty and SHRA employees.
The College’s Business Operations, led by the Senior Associate Dean for Operations and Strategy, comprise nearly 70 staff and include the divisions of Finance and Budget Management, Human Resources, Information Technology and Data Analytics, Facilities, and Dean’s Office administration.
Position Summary The Senior Financial Data Analyst will provide advanced business intelligence, analytical, and systems expertise to support the college’s finance and budget operations. The role designs, develops, implements, and maintains data visualization, business intelligence, and other analytics solutions to promote data‑informed decision‑making, efficiencies and support the college’s mission and objectives. The Senior Analyst collaborates closely with the college’s IT team to develop resources and implement a shared strategy for the use of financial data. This role operates with a high degree of independence, making key decisions while working in partnership with leadership across the college to meet financial objectives.
Key Duties
Design and develop financial modeling, data visualization, and business intelligence solutions to support budgeting, reporting, and planning. Collaborate with the IT team to implement systems that improve data analysis capabilities and support financial decision‑making.
Prepare and analyze financial and budget reports to monitor compliance, regulatory requirements, and performance. Provide reporting solutions that support operational and business decisions across the college.
Lead projects to test and implement new business processes related to finance, budgeting, and reporting, ensuring that these processes are optimized for efficiency and accuracy.
Serve as a liaison between finance and IT teams, ensuring that systems and processes are aligned with the college’s strategic goals. Provide technical expertise and data management solutions to support financial, human resources, and operational needs.
Support the development and implementation of a shared data strategy to enhance the college’s data infrastructure. Work independently and with key stakeholders to drive improvements in financial and budget processes.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements Master’s degree and 2-4 years of experience; or Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of experience; or a combination of related education and experience in substitution is acceptable.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
Experience extracting, manipulating, analyzing, interpreting and documenting large complex data sets, with confidence in independent work.
In‑depth experience using a business‑intelligence reporting environment (Tableau preferred, SAS VA, OBIEE, Business Objects, or other). Ability to create complex reports and interact with financial, HR or other operational data sources.
Extensive knowledge and skill with database and application systems analysis and programming, including understanding of technical issues for system and reporting design.
Ability to solve very high‑complexity problems and serve as a key resource to others.
Planning & organizing: plan and organize day‑to‑day work and adapt workload as required.
Project management: lead complex projects involving multiple staff across specialty areas.
Consulting: translate market and industry trends, communicate and provide consultation on issues and requests requiring custom solutions.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience Knowledge of higher education finance and business operations. General knowledge of academic structures and familiarity with non-financial data sources.
Special Instructions This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
Using the
Other Document
please provide: Sample dashboard (PDF or screenshot) – optional
Work sample demonstrating financial or data analysis – optional
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Department Arts and Sciences Deans Office-300100
Career Area Accounting/Finance/Auditing
Posting Open Date 01/02/2026
Application Deadline 01/15/2026
Open Until Filled No
Position Type Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title Finance & Data Analyst
Appointment Type EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number 20062842
Vacancy ID NF0009447
Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Permanent
Fte 1
Hours Per Week 40
Position Location North Carolina, US (Chapel Hill)
Proposed Start Date 03/02/2026
Be a Tar Heel! A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
consistently ranks as
one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world‑class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
University employees can choose from a wide range of
professional training opportunities
for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy
exclusive perks
for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC‑Chapel Hill offers full‑time employees a
comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit The College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of the Carolina experience. It contains 43 academic departments and curricula, 30+ programs, centers and institutes; home to more than 19,000 undergraduate students and approximately 2,400 graduate students, nearly 1,000 tenured, tenure‑track and fixed‑term faculty and more than 600 EHRA Non‑Faculty and SHRA employees.
The College’s Business Operations, led by the Senior Associate Dean for Operations and Strategy, comprise nearly 70 staff and include the divisions of Finance and Budget Management, Human Resources, Information Technology and Data Analytics, Facilities, and Dean’s Office administration.
Position Summary The Senior Financial Data Analyst will provide advanced business intelligence, analytical, and systems expertise to support the college’s finance and budget operations. The role designs, develops, implements, and maintains data visualization, business intelligence, and other analytics solutions to promote data‑informed decision‑making, efficiencies and support the college’s mission and objectives. The Senior Analyst collaborates closely with the college’s IT team to develop resources and implement a shared strategy for the use of financial data. This role operates with a high degree of independence, making key decisions while working in partnership with leadership across the college to meet financial objectives.
Key Duties
Design and develop financial modeling, data visualization, and business intelligence solutions to support budgeting, reporting, and planning. Collaborate with the IT team to implement systems that improve data analysis capabilities and support financial decision‑making.
Prepare and analyze financial and budget reports to monitor compliance, regulatory requirements, and performance. Provide reporting solutions that support operational and business decisions across the college.
Lead projects to test and implement new business processes related to finance, budgeting, and reporting, ensuring that these processes are optimized for efficiency and accuracy.
Serve as a liaison between finance and IT teams, ensuring that systems and processes are aligned with the college’s strategic goals. Provide technical expertise and data management solutions to support financial, human resources, and operational needs.
Support the development and implementation of a shared data strategy to enhance the college’s data infrastructure. Work independently and with key stakeholders to drive improvements in financial and budget processes.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements Master’s degree and 2-4 years of experience; or Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of experience; or a combination of related education and experience in substitution is acceptable.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
Experience extracting, manipulating, analyzing, interpreting and documenting large complex data sets, with confidence in independent work.
In‑depth experience using a business‑intelligence reporting environment (Tableau preferred, SAS VA, OBIEE, Business Objects, or other). Ability to create complex reports and interact with financial, HR or other operational data sources.
Extensive knowledge and skill with database and application systems analysis and programming, including understanding of technical issues for system and reporting design.
Ability to solve very high‑complexity problems and serve as a key resource to others.
Planning & organizing: plan and organize day‑to‑day work and adapt workload as required.
Project management: lead complex projects involving multiple staff across specialty areas.
Consulting: translate market and industry trends, communicate and provide consultation on issues and requests requiring custom solutions.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience Knowledge of higher education finance and business operations. General knowledge of academic structures and familiarity with non-financial data sources.
Special Instructions This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
Using the
Other Document
please provide: Sample dashboard (PDF or screenshot) – optional
Work sample demonstrating financial or data analysis – optional
#J-18808-Ljbffr