Financial Analyst Senior at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky

Job Description:

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details Posting Details

Job Title	Financial Analyst Senior
Requisition Number	RE46101
Working Title	Gift Accounting and Data Specialist
Department Name	14000:Office Of Development
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Grade Level	43
Salary Range	$19.18-30.68/hour
Type of Position	Staff
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:	https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience	3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification	None
Physical Requirements	Sitting/standing at computer for extended periods of time.
Shift	Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Job Summary	UK Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement is seeking a qualified individual to serve as the Gift Accounting and Data Specialist in the Office of Gift Receiving. The Gift Receiving Gift Accounting and Data Specialist will report to the Director of Gift Receiving and be responsible for maintaining gift and data integrity for the University with a primary focus on gift recording and accounting, advancement fee processing and cash handling operations. This individual will: review all gift and pledge data to ensure accuracy facilitate advancement fee processing on daily gift batches prepare JV transfers for corrections to gift deposits and/or fee assessments manage log for tracking the receipt of gifts/commitments and maintain on-line storage of all gift and pledge batch documentation Additional advancement fee responsibilities include: assisting colleges with documentation for journal vouchers by providing gift reports upon request advising on the processing of journal vouchers for corrections and identifying training needs or opportunities related to the University advancement fee This position will back up the Gift Processors and Gift Acknowledgment Coordinator and participate in the ongoing development of the UK Philanthropy and Alumni donor database implementation. This position requires an understanding of: UK Philanthropy gift policies and procedures IRS charitable donation acceptance regulations as well as a knowledge of University accounting principles fundraising practices industry best practices and established data standards This individual must have the ability to work quickly and accurately with detail in a busy environment with frequent calculating, a variety of interrelated tasks and sustained concentration. The Gift Accounting and Data Specialist will work cooperatively as a member of the Gift Receiving team to promote a positive work environment and model excellent customer service. The culture within the Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (PAE) is built on our shared core values CoMMIT– Collaboration, Communication, Mission Driven, Mutual Respect, Innovation and Transparency. By applying for a position within UK PAE, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our six values. It is important you share these values in order to be part of our committed team! Internal Employee Being Considered
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	Working knowledge of gift cost center, fund, document and account reconciliation transactions in SAP. CRM database and reporting experience preferred. Proficient or higher ability in performing complex tasks in Microsoft Office Excel and Word.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience	Bachelors’ degree plus four or more years of related experience preferred.
Deadline to Apply	07/07/2024
University Community of Inclusion	The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. 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 check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Define your skill level using Microsoft Excel based on the following criteria:Level 1 - No Experience/SkillLevel 2 - Formatting of cells, general formulas (percentages, 'SUM', 'IF'), printing (including page format), and multiple-worksheet utilization. Level 3 - All tasks in level 1, as well as large data sorting and filtering, pivot tables and chart development formatting. Level 4 - All tasks in levels 1 and 2 with additional skills in advanced formula development including VLOOKUP, nested 'IF' statements, range names, multiple workbook links, protection, and general knowledge of macros.
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2. * Which statement most adequately describes your analytical skills. 1=None. 2=Very Limited. Information for analysis comes from other sources. 3=Moderate. Develop means of collecting data and receive data from other sources. 4=Extensive. Hands on. Coordinates, computes, and monitors all areas of the information being sought.
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3. * The Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (PAE) recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. These values are collaboration, communication, mission driven, mutual respect, innovation and transparency. Please choose one of the PAE values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.

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4. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
   • HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
   • InsightIntoDiversity.com
   • Latinosinhighered.com
   • Indeed.com
   • A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
   • UK Job Fair
   • None of the Above

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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