Financial Analysis Manager (Athletics)

Reporting directly to the Senior Associate Athletic Director/CFO, the Assistant Athletic Director, Financial Reporting & Analysis will be responsible for satisfying the complex financial reporting requirements of the Athletics Department. The Athletic Department is required to compile and complete numerous daily, monthly, and yearly financial reports that will satisfy internal and external constituents including, but not limited to: Federal EADA Report, NCAA/AUP Report, unrelated business income tax report, gift/endowment reports, Board of Regents Report, and other reports as required by the Athletic Department and the university.

This position will also serve as a research analyst within the Athletic Business Office. Researches and develops information systems to support peer comparisons with the department, its programs and personnel. Conducts complex research and analyses beginning with raw data. In addition, prepare recommendations for short-term financial planning for the Athletic Department.

This position requires the ability work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, and travel as needed.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Design and build reporting tools that will aid in management
  of the reporting team to ensure the completion of daily, monthly, and yearly
  financial reports that will satisfy internal and external constituents
  including, but not limited to: Federal EADA Report, NCAA/AUP Report, NCAA
  Bowl Report, unrelated business income tax, gift and endowment reports, and
  other reports as required by the athletic department and the university.
• Serve as the primary liaison to external auditors (NCAA, Campus,
  Outside Auditors) and the university's financial reporting office. This will require the employee to respond to periodic
  inquiries and ensure backup documentation accompanies all financial reports and auditor responses.
• Partner with administrators and leadership to execute the goals and
  values of the department.
• Oversee preparation and analyses of financial structure;
  forecasting, and short and/or long-term financial planning for the Arizona
  Athletic Department. Developing and implementing policies and training for staff
  to ensure procedures are followed, goals are attainable, and processes guide
  a financial plan that is sustainable. Adapts departmental plans addressing resources and operational challenges. Create and influence operating policies;
  contributing to policy development.
• Research, strategize, and develop information systems to
  support peer comparisons with Arizona Athletics; oversee a team of analysts
  that will conduct complex research and analyses beginning with raw data.
  Establishes relationships with peer institutions, collects data, develops appropriate archives, and publishes reports and applications to provide peer comparison
  information to executive administration.
• Oversee department planning and serves as consultant to external and internal groups.
• Hire, supervise, and train staff in performing daily
  responsibilities. Set attainable goals and create a plan for success for each position reporting to this individual. Oversee daily performance to
  ensure responsibilities are done in a timely manner.
• Special projects and other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics and the Senior Associate AD/CFO. Projects and
  additional duties can consist of high levels of importance within the department and institution. Partners with leadership to recommend
  solutions.
• Oversee implementation of programs and initiatives.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Sound written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to problem solve and make decisions.
• Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions.
• Dedication and motivation to initiate, lead and support value-added projects.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and has a positive demeanor.
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to plan, establish priorities and successfully manage multiple priority projects.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive interpersonal relations.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with individuals at all organizational levels, and project a positive, professional attitude.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information in clear terms.
• High ethical standards and professionalism, given the sensitive nature of financial information.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of five years of related work experience, including two years of managerial experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Masters of Business Administration in Data Analytics degree.
• Experience working in a college or university athletic department.

1. Describe your knowledge and understanding of NCAA and Big-12 rules and regulations, as they pertain to recruitment and regulations?

2. Please list below any experience you have had since 2015 with high school or college student-athletes. This includes working or volunteering in any capacity with a high school, AAU, sports club, junior college or 4-year institution student-athlete, athletics team or department.

3. Applicants for this position are subject to the following NCAA Bylaws 11.4.2, 11.4.2.1, 11.4.2.2, 11.4.3, 11.4.3.1, 11.4.3.2, 11.4.4, 11.4.4.1, and 11.4.4.2. You may be asked about these Bylaws in an interview, and you may be asked to sign a future affirmation confirming the same prior to or upon your employment by The University of Arizona, if you are selected for employment. Do you understand that by submitting your application for employment you are affirming that you have read these Bylaws, and that such Bylaws would not preclude your employment by The University of Arizona?

4. Are you the parent, coach, relative or guardian of a prospective student-athlete (i.e., student in 9-12 grade or 7-12 grade for men's basketball or junior college student) in the sport of men's basketball, women's basketball or football or have any other type of association with any prospective student-athlete in the sports of men's basketball, women's basketball or football? If yes, please explain.

5. Is your potential employment within the athletic department conditioned upon the enrollment of any prospective student-athlete (i.e., student in 9-12 grade, 7-12 grade for men's basketball or junior college) in the sport of men's basketball, women's basketball or football? If Yes, please explain.

6. Do you understand that failure to disclose any information related to your affiliation with a prospective student-athlete (student in 9-12 grade, 7-12 grade for men's basketball or junior college) in the sports of football, men's basketball or women's basketball might render your application ineligible for consideration?