Financial Analyst

University of Georgia; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Oxford seeks a Financial Analyst to oversee business analysis and financial tracking for study abroad activities. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, two years of experience, and strong analytical skills. This is a full-time position with a salary commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• 2 years of professional experience required.
• Experience in managing Study Abroad budgets is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee business analysis and tracking of study abroad activities.
• Provide reports and analysis to leadership.
• Collect and analyze large volumes of financial data.

Skills

Professional accounting experience

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency with Excel

Planning and organizational skills

Attention to detail

Experience with Study Abroad budget management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Job description

Financial Analyst

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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.

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Eligible

Work Schedule: Full Time – 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. with an hour for lunch, Monday – Friday.

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Posting Date: 11/26/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Closing Date: Provisional

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 ([e-mail]).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of its 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 can be found in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

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

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. Does 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 eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of credentials and employment history; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

• 50%: 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.
• 50%: Provide reports and analysis to leadership.
• 50%: Collect and analyze large volumes of financial and tracking data.
• 50%: Communicate with campus stakeholders regarding study away activities.
• 15%: Manage fiscal processes associated with OGE operations and study abroad programs, as assigned.
• 15%: Provide accounting and purchasing support to unit.
• 15%: Manage workflow to staff accountants, approve transactions, reconcile funds, etc.
• 15%: Oversee purchasing, procurement, and intra‑university payments.
• 15%: Maintain electronic files.
• 15%: Manage travel process supporting faculty and staff traveling domestically and internationally.
• 15%: Maintain travel budgets, review and approve travel requests, approve travel authorizations, provide training to faculty and staff, as needed.
• 15%: Review and approve expense reports.
• 15%: Monitor, reconcile, and report on budget and expenditures monthly.
• 15%: Prepare and initiate budget transactions and general ledger journals.
• 15%: Assist Director with budget review and management.
• 15%: Manage central email account and provide communications to stakeholders.
• 15%: Attend meetings, provide training and assistance to OGE accountants.
• 15%: Review and analyze organizational procedures and issues related to study abroad program management.
• 15%: Make recommendation for process improvement and advise on emerging concerns and issues.
• 15%: Complete professional development trainings, as assigned.
• 15%: Supervise student employees, when and as assigned.
• 15%: Complete other related tasks, as assigned.
• 5%: (No specific tasks listed for this percentage.)

Contact Information

Name: Elaine Brady

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: 706‑542‑1685

Applicant Documents

Required Documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents: – (None specified)