Financial Information Systems Analyst, Office of the Controller - UT System Administration
University of Tennessee Athletic Marketing Department
The Financial Information Systems Analyst ensures the accuracy and integrity of subledger financial transactions by reviewing and processing transactions, maintaining accounting integrations, performing reconciliations and analysis, and supporting reliable financial reporting across multiple systems.
The University of Tennessee System is the state’s oldest higher education institution and preeminent public university. The UT System is comprised of campuses at Knoxville, Chattanooga, Pulaski and Martin; the Health Science Center at Memphis; and the statewide Institute of Agriculture and Institute for Public Service. With a presence in each of Tennessee’s 95 counties and through the combined force of education, research and outreach, the University serves students, business and industry, schools, governments, organizations and residents statewide.
The University of Tennessee System is the state’s oldest higher education institution and preeminent public university. The UT System is comprised of campuses at Knoxville, Chattanooga, Pulaski and Martin; the Health Science Center at Memphis; and the statewide Institute of Agriculture and Institute for Public Service. With a presence in each of Tennessee’s 95 counties and through the combined force of education, research and outreach, the University serves students, business and industry, schools, governments, organizations and residents statewide.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting with concentration in either Information Management or Auditing (institution comparable to the University of Tennessee) and at least three years cumulative experience including education, training, internships, and practical work experience using IT software (e.g., Access, Tableau, PowerBI, Alteryx, Easymorph) in an accounting environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) required
- Proficient knowledge of accounting and IT software capable of transforming accounting transactions and balances
- Proficient knowledge of financial accounting and cost accounting
- Database skills including knowledge of SQL
- Proficiency with database software such as Access, Tableau, PowerBI
- Proficiency with ETL software such as Alteryx and Easymorph
- Advanced Excel skills
- Ability to handle multiple ongoing tasks including planning projects and managing priorities
Preferred
Additional experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Additional years of professional experience with accounting and IT software and increased proficiency with the required skills and abilities.
- Knowledge of accounting practices particular to colleges and universities
- Object oriented programing skills
Application Process
For full consideration applications should be accompanied by a letter of interest, a resume, and three professional references.
Benefits and Compensation
Compensation for this position is budgeted for $80,000 to $100,000
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits and much more. Additionally, Tennessee residents do not pay a state income tax. For more information of the University of Tennessee's benefits, visit https://hr.tennessee.edu/benefits/
Specific duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Ensure the accuracy and integrity of accounting integrations through reconciliations, analytical reviews, and validation of chart of accounts and project numbers across multiple systems.
Maintain subledger and associated integration configurations that support transaction postings from multiple systems, including student fees and financial aid, service and recharge centers, UT Foundation gift activity, and campus expenses related to gift, endowment, and trust funds.
Serve as a key liaison between source systems, the Controller’s Office, campuses, and the Foundation to resolve chart of accounts, project, and integration-related issues.
Organize and clearly communicate the status of ongoing tasks, projects, and issues, collaborating with stakeholders across departments to support effective coordination and problem-solving.
Manage end-to-end processing of accounting transactions, including file transfers, ERP integrations, process monitoring, configuration, and troubleshooting.
Extract, analyze, and interpret financial data from the ERP system to maintain datasets and deliver accurate, actionable reporting and insights.
Support year-end accounting by developing data transformation logic and preparing electronically generated journal entry interfaces.
Provide consulting and troubleshooting support for subledger integrations, particularly during system updates, enhancements, and process changes.