Financial Systems Analyst

Job Description

This position will provide functional and technical support for the Financial Aid and Bursar offices, including assistance with setup, reporting, testing, and website maintenance.

Duties:

• Aid Year Setup - Assists with the completion of required annual and term-based setup for the Financial Aid and Bursar offices within the ERP system based upon institutional, state and federal rules, including but not limited to; budgeting, packaging, and disbursement rules; tuition and fees; 1098Ts and Warrant Intercept. Schedules and maintains recurring processes for Student Financial Services, including but not limited to: Financial Aid master job set, Bursar Financial Responsibility Agreement, and schedule queries for both offices.
• Reporting - Contributing to the growing demand for ad-hoc, monthly, term and annual reporting needed by university departments/colleges and federal/state agencies.
• Website Maintenance - Maintains Financial Aid and Bursar's Office website. Updates and maintains annual published cost/budget sheets for Financial Aid and Bursar's Office websites.
• PUM-PRP Testing - Coordinates testing for the Campus Solutions ERP system patches, upgrades and maintenance for Student Financial Services.
• Performs other duties or special projects as assigned.

Job Requirements

Required education: Bachelor's Degree in Management Information Systems (MIS), Accounting, Business Administration, or related field, AND:

• 36 months experience in system analysis, database management or financial management

Preferred: 12 months experience in Higher Education

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a diverse community.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally an in writing.
• Ability to compile, analyze, and provide complex annual reports, statements and/or projections.
• Knowledge of a range of automated financial systems and applications software.
• Database management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to provide responsible, timely, and detailed status or progress and expectations.

Working Conditions:

• Physical: Sitting for prolonged periods. Manual dexterity. Computer and telephone usage.
• Environmental: Standard Office Environment.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.

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