Job Details
Financial Analyst I
Summary
WKAR, within the College of Communication Arts and Sciences at Michigan State University, is seeking a Financial Analyst to join WKAR’s business office. This position offers a unique opportunity to serve multiple functions within WKAR to support its mission and values.
Category
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Location
Michigan
Time Period
Full Time
Posted Date
Sep 13, 2021
Start Date
N/A
End Date
N/A
Job Description
Description
Financial Analyst I
WKAR, within the College of Communication Arts and Sciences at Michigan State University, is seeking a Financial Analyst to join WKAR’s business office. This position offers a unique opportunity to serve multiple functions within WKAR to support its mission and values.
As Financial Analyst with WKAR, you will work closely with the fiscal officer on monthly and annual reporting needs, including preparation of financial statements, annual external audit, CPB annual financial reports, and SABS/SAS. Additional responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to: assist in creation and monitoring of annual budgets; provide pre and post award support for all WKAR grants, acting as fiscal officer for all grant accounts; complete internal and external billings; processing all student and temporary employee hiring, termination, overtime/shift differential adjustments and other tasks as needed; oversee all EEO activity and compile annual report in compliance with FCC regulations; and oversee compliance of annual CPB anti-harassment training.
This position supports WKAR’s business goals while enjoying the spectacular benefits that Michigan State University has to offer. In addition to salary, Michigan State University provides its staff with a variety of benefits, which are among the best in the profession. Among the most important are a retirement match, health, prescription drug, dental, and life coverage.
East Lansing, Michigan continuously ranks as a ‘best place to live’ for its affordable living, small town charm, vibrant arts, and local activities – not to mention it’s only a short drive to Michigan’s captivating great lakes and beautiful scenic views.
Requirements
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field
- One year or more of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in office procedures
- Strong organizational and analytical skills
- Detail oriented
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience with pre and post award grant support
- Proven experience with database management (e.g. Kuali Coeus, Kuali Financial Systems)
- Experience in use of analysis and reporting tools in Business Intelligence, Query Studio, OSP/CGA tools
- Experience with EBS, SAP, MSU HR actions/transactions
- Three years or more of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in office procedures
- One to three years of related or expansive work experience in accounting policies and procedures, and strong technical skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of human resource functions and activities
- Experience in broadcasting industry, public media preferred
- Self-motivated, forward thinking
- Ability to collaborate across departments and with various stakeholders
WKAR is a division of the College of Communication Arts & Sciences at Michigan State University. It includes WKAR-TV, WKAR AM and FM, WKAR.org, the Radio Reading Service, and WKAR Ready-To-Learn, and contributes to the educational experience of Michigan State University's 50,000-plus student body. For additional information, please visit wkar.org.
Application deadline is September 23, 2021. Qualified applicants can apply online by visiting careers.msu.edu and refer to job posting #727515.
MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities.
MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.
Job Type
Full Time
Weekly Limit
40
Shift
Day
Attached Files
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