About Arkansas Tech:

Founded in 1909, Arkansas Tech University is a comprehensive public institution with a rich history, maintaining regional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and classification as a Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) level III institution. ATU was ranked the No. 1 regional public university in Arkansas by U.S. News and World Report in 2021-22 and 2022-23 and CollegeNET recognizes ATU as the No. 1 institution in Arkansas on its Social Mobility Index. Since 2019, Arkansas Tech has been the host institution for the prestigious Arkansas Governor’s School. The 559-acre Russellville campus, located in the scenic Arkansas River Valley between the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains, is just one hour from the capital city of Little Rock. Russellville features a charming blend of historic and modern architecture as well as the recreational opportunities provided by Lake Dardanelle and several state parks. Offering more than 100 undergraduate degree programs and more than 40 graduate degree and certificate programs across five academic colleges and two campuses, Arkansas Tech strives to provide a solid educational foundation for life-long learning to a diverse community. For more information about Arkansas Tech University and the surrounding community, please visit our website at www.atu.edu/hr to find our “Live Here” informational resources.

Position Summary:

The Financial Analyst II is responsible for performing complex duties involved in compiling, analyzing, and reporting financial performance. This position is governed by state and federal laws and institution policy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Develops and maintains databases, spreadsheets and other fiscal reporting mechanisms; reviews and audits fiscal information for accuracy and quality assurance.

Posts transactions to journals and/or ledgers, balances entries, and reconciles errors manually or electronically.

Monitors and maintains the application of payments for the accounts receivable module.

Manages the 1098-T process with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness.

Responsible for the end of day office balancing procedure.

Reviews and manages the bookstore inclusive access program charges.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.

Knowledge of mathematics and statistical analysis.

Ability to analyze financial reports, financial statements, and other records.

Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce accurate resolutions.

Minimum Requirements:

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum of two years' bookkeeping experience in an office setting.

Experience with Ellucian Banner software

Minimum of two years' experience with accounts receivable.

Work Location, Environment, and Physical Demands:

Work location is at Arkansas Tech University, Russellville Campus.

Must be able to sit and use a computer for extended periods of time.