Financial Analyst I

Job No: 537224
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus
(Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Business/Accounting/Finance, Veteran’s Preference Eligible
Department: 64901000 –
FA-CA-ADMINISTRATION

Job Description

Classification Title:

Financial Analyst I

Classification Minimum
Requirements:

A bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization

Job Description:

• Commitment Calculation –
  This position is primarily responsible for reviewing UFIRST Award Notices by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting the agencies’ rules and
  guidelines to determine whether the appropriate effort commitment is being made by the Principal Investigator to specific agencies. This
  includes reading and understanding agency rules and guidelines related to effort reporting. Knowledge of mathematical concepts and ability
  to apply these to calculations. Understands the issues related to the decision-making process; demonstrates the ability to analyze
  situations fully and accurately and reach productive decisions. Maintains working knowledge of over the cap requirements from federal and
  non-federal sponsored agencies.

• This position will be required to enter new commitment calculations based on the
  information derived from the UFIRST system and agreement documentation. In adjusting reviewing and adjusting commitments over the life of a
  sponsored program project as new changes are implemented. Position must correct any errors that arise from commitment input. Position must
  have an understating of the necessity and value of accuracy and attention to detail; ability to process information with high levels of
  accuracy. Recommending upgrades to processes and procedures for commitments and collaborate with IT staff on improvements of commitment data
  entry and collection.

• This position will provide assistance with MYUFL commitment questions from all departments on
  campus. Ensures effective relationships with customers and delivers exceptional customer service. Elevates issues appropriately and ensures
  timely resolution.

• Assists with Effort Reporting questions and analysis as needed.

Expected Salary:

$46,000 – $52,000

Preferred:

Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Ability to work and maintain effective working
relationships with others; to understand, interpret, and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures; to effectively
communicate in writing and orally; to complete work according to scheduled deadlines; to work with limited supervision; to utilize problem
solving techniques and to work independently.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload
your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This is a
time-limited position.

This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. If you are claiming Veteran’s preference, please upload a
copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran’s Preference
Page for more specific information.

Health Assessment Required:
No

Applications Close: 25 September
2025

To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/537224

Our
Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work
in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record
laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at
800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

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