Finance Business Analyst

Job Posting Title:

Finance Business Analyst

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Hiring Department:

Department of Psychiatry

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt from FLSA

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2027

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

Dell Medical School is seeking a Financy Business Analyst. This position with an end date of 08/31/27, renewable based upon availability of funding, work performance, and progress toward research goals.

Purpose

The Finance Business Analyst is a individual contributor who supports operational and financial performance across the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences. This role provides analytical and budgeting support for multiple initiatives and funding sources, including but not limited to the Texas Child Mental Healthcare Consortium (TMHCC). The Finance Business Analyst performs financial and operational analyses, assists with the development of reports. This position collaborates with program and departmental stakeholders as well as financial workflows within the department.

Responsibilities

Financial Analysis and Budget Monitoring

• Analyzes revenue, expenditures, and resource utilization to ensure budget alignment.

• Performs variance analysis and identifies financial trends.

• Confirms transaction coding accuracy and monitors programmatic expenses.

• Collaborates with finance and program teams to ensure accurate ledger entries.

• Supports budget preparation and forecasting activities.

Operational Process Improvement

• Identifies inefficiencies and bottlenecks in workflows.

• Develops and implements process improvement strategies.

• Conducts audits to inform operational enhancements.

• Creates workflow charts and models to visualize opportunities.

• Documents process improvements and maintains records of changes and outcomes.

Data Reporting and Visualization

• Develops and maintains dashboards using MS Power BI or similar tools. 

• Prepares standard and ad-hoc reports for internal stakeholders. 

• Translates complex data into actionable insights. 

• Automates recurring reports and data workflows to improve efficiency. 

• Ensures data integrity and consistency across reporting systems.

Strategic Planning and Program Support

• Provides analytic support for program reviews and strategic initiatives.

• Builds financial models to support long-term planning.

• Collaborates with program partners and leadership to align data with organizational goals.

• Assists in scenario planning and resource allocation.

Assists with Program Financials

• Supports budget development for programs.

• Assists in monitoring programs financial performance and compliance.

• Prepares financial documentation for program reporting and audits.

• Collaborates with administration and operations teams ensuring programmatic alignment

• Tracks effort reporting and allowable expenses and regulatory requirements

Stakeholder Communication and Collaboration

• Communicates findings and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.

• Escalates issues and provides status updates on deliverables.

• Builds relationships across departments to support cross-functional initiatives.

• Participates in meetings and workshops to gather requirements.

• Ensures alignment with organizational standards and procedures.

MARGINAL OR PERIODIC FUNCTIONS:

• Participates in special projects or task forces. 

• Assists with vendor setup and contract review processes. 

• Supports training and onboarding of new staff on analytics tools. 

• Contributes to program reporting as needed. 

• Attends professional development workshops and conferences.

• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Analytical Thinking / Decision Quality 

• Makes sound decisions using data, experience, and judgment.

• Evaluates root causes of operational issues.

• Uses financial modeling to support strategic decisions.

• Prioritizes data-driven recommendations.