Accountant Financial Analyst, Associate Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Posting Details Job Title Accountant Financial Analyst, Associate Requisition Number RE55912 Working Title Department Name 3A250:

Endowment Services Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 44 Salary Range $44,678-71,469/year Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education BA Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience 2 yrs Required License/Registration/Certification None Physical Requirements Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time; performing repetitive motion tasks; lifting, pushing pulling and/or carrying objects up to 10lbds; effective;y communicating with individuals from various backgrounds Shift Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm Job Summary Support Endowment Stewardship and Financial Reporting Across the University The University of Kentucky is seeking an Accountant Financial Analyst, Associate to join the University Financial Services team . This position supports the university's fiduciary and stewardship responsibilities related to endowments, trusts, and gift accounting. The role provides technical assistance to campus partners, maintains endowment and gift accounting systems, prepares reconciliations and financial reports, and helps ensure the accuracy of endowment and trust records that support university operations. What You'll Do Provide guidance and technical support to business officers, development officers, and academic leaders on endowment accounting policies, procedures, forms, and processes. Review, establish, update, and maintain endowment accounts in SAP while ensuring the accuracy of endowment agreements and related data. Complete monthly endowment accounting activities, account reconciliations, journal vouchers, web cash movements, and financial reporting responsibilities. Monitor and maintain the Endowment and Gift Accounting Tracking System ( EGATS ), including resolving system validations, processing updates, maintaining records, and supporting users. Assist with the administration, accounting, reporting, and payment processes related to charitable trusts and gift annuities. Prepare assigned schedules, accruals, reports, surveys, and year-end activities to support state, management, and audit reporting requirements. Collaborate on special projects and initiatives as assigned by University Financial Services leadership. What You'll Bring Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Advanced spreadsheet and analytical abilities. Experience reconciling accounts and reviewing financial data for accuracy. Ability to manage databases and maintain accurate records. Sound judgment, initiative, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Professional customer service skills and the ability to provide technical assistance to a variety of stakeholders. Working knowledge of financial systems and reporting processes. Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree 2 years of related experience What's In It for You Opportunity to contribute to the stewardship and financial management of university endowments, trusts, and gift programs. Exposure to a broad range of accounting, financial reporting, endowment management, and system administration responsibilities. Hybrid work eligibility with approval. Opportunities to collaborate with campus partners across colleges and administrative units. UK's Exceptional Benefits Why Now? Accurate management of endowments, trusts, and gift funds is essential to supporting the university's financial stewardship responsibilities and maintaining confidence in the administration of donor resources. This role helps ensure the integrity of financial records, supports compliance and reporting requirements, and provides critical assistance to colleges and units as endowment activity and reporting needs continue to evolve across campus.

Skills / Knowledge

/ Abilities Proficiency in MS Windows applications, SAP experience, verbal and written communication skills. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Accounting experience Deadline to Apply 10/06/2026 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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• Which of the following best describes your years of paid, full-time work experience with SAP Financial Modules? None More than 0, up through 1 year More than 1 year, up through 3 years More than 3 years, up through 5 years More than 5 years
• Please describe your experience and skill level with Microsoft Excel. (Open Ended Question)
• Describe your experience with account reconciliations, journal voucher transactions, and reviewing accounting data for accuracy. (Open Ended Question)
• Describe your experience working with databases including entering data, maintaining records and reporting.

(Open Ended Question) Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents