New

Financial Analyst

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Nov 26, 2025

Posting Details

Posting Number	S14436P
Working Title	Financial Analyst
Department	OGE-Finance & Ops
About the University of Georgia	Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department	The Office of Global Engagement ( OGE) at the University of Georgia is dedicated to expanding the global reach of our institution's instructional, research, and service missions, facilitating the university's thoughtful and effective participation and leadership in the interconnected world of the twenty-first century. OGE is comprised of three units: Immigration Services, International Initiatives, and Global Education-the latter including UGA's residential centers in Oxford, England and Cortona, Italy-with all areas supported by dedicated Finance and Operations staff. OGE's comprehensive structure enables it to advance strategic institutional goals aimed at raising the global profile of the University of Georgia. OGE's primary tenets include providing transformative academic experiences abroad for UGA students, sponsoring international students and scholars on campus, and promoting finding solutions to complex global challenges through strategic international partnerships and international research collaborations.
College/Unit/Department website	globalengagement.uga.edu
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS or ORP
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	The normal hours are 8am - 5pm with an hour for lunch Monday - Friday.
Advertised Salary	Salary Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date	11/26/2025
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	01/01/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants	You must be prepared to pass a background check prior to beginning employment.
Location of Vacancy	Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement	The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Information

Classification Title	Budget Analyst II
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary	This incumbent is part of a team of business managers and accountants supporting the activities and responsibilities of the Office of Global Engagement. Offices within OGE include the office of Global Education, the Africa/Latin America Study Abroad Programming Initiatives office, the office of Immigration Services, UGA's International Centers (Cortona, Italy and Oxford, UK), and the office of International Initiatives. This financial analyst position will have multifaceted accounting and data management responsibilities supporting fiscal activities of OGE.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Professional accounting experience. Possess excellent communication and analytical skills, both verbal and written. Proficiency with Excel. Excellent planning and organizational skills. Works well as part of a team. Prior experience working with Study Abroad budget management. Possess a high degree of attention to detail and be highly proficient in effective communication. Stay current with UGA fiscal policies and procedures concerning travel, purchasing, and study away.
Physical Demands	Sitting at a computer for long periods of time, standing, talking, listening and keyboarding.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	No
Is this a Position of Trust?	Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?	Yes
Does this position require a P-Card?	No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?	No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?	No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)	Yes
Credit and P-Card policy	Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy	Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Oversee business analysis and tracking of study abroad and exchange activity including but not limited to assisting with study abroad program budget review, study abroad program close-out procedures, analyzing program data and making recommendations, overseeing withdrawal process, tracking communications with stakeholders and taking appropriate actions, reviewing and analyzing study abroad program revenue and fee activities for exchange and other related programming, maintain program data and historical information.
Provide reports and analysis to leadership.
Collect and analyze large volumes of financial and tracking data.
Communicate with campus stakeholders regarding study away activities.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities	Manage fiscal processes associated with OGE operations and study abroad programs, as assigned. Provide accounting and purchasing support to unit. Manage workflow to staff accountants, approve transactions, reconcile funds, etc. Oversee purchasing, procurement, and intra-university payments. Maintain electronic files.
Percentage of time	15

Duties/Responsibilities	Manage travel process supporting faculty and staff traveling domestically and internationally. Maintain travel budgets, review and approve travel requests, approve travel authorizations, provide training to faculty and staff, as needed. Review and approve expense reports. Monitor, reconcile, and report on budget and expenditures monthly. Maintain electronic files.
Percentage of time	15

Duties/Responsibilities	Prepare and initiate budget transactions and general ledger journals. Assist Director with budget review and management. Manage central email account and provide communications to stakeholders.
Percentage of time	15

Duties/Responsibilities

Attend meetings, provide training and assistance to OGE accountants.
Review and analyze organizational procedures and issues related to study abroad program management.
Make recommendation for process improvement and advise on emerging concerns and issues.
Complete professional development trainings, as assigned.
Supervise student employees, when and as assigned.
Complete other related tasks, as assigned.

Percentage of time