Endowment Financial Analyst

Auburn University is excited to begin the search for an Endowment Financial Analyst! This position supports financial reporting and analytics for Endowment funds. This includes assisting with recording financial portfolio values, producing reports, and supporting the annual independent financial audit for Auburn University and its related organizations.

Candidates are required to upload a cover letter with their application.

• Assists in preparing and reviewing annual financial statement audit documentation and reports.
• Supports the annual independent audit engagement function for Auburn University and its institutionallyrelated organizations.
• Assists in calculating monthly market value for the University and its Foundation Endowment pools.
• Performs reconciliations and analysis between various financial statements and systems.
• Assists in due diligence processes and Endowment investment performance analysis
• Creates accounting entries for investment activities.
• Establishes Endowment and related funds within the general ledger system, supervised by Financial Analyst III, Endowment.
• Reviews fund structures based on supporting documentation.
• Monitors custody bank transactions and manages internal fiscal controls ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records in support of the University and its related organizations.
• Performs data analysis and special reports for senior leadership.
• Advises management and staff on financial and accounting matters relating to Endowment management best practices.

Level I

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline required. 

Level II

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related plus 2 years of experience in general accounting and an understanding of endowment fund accounting, private capital investments, and investment-related tax reporting. 

Desired Qualifications: 

• Experience in endowment accounting and management 
• Experience in investment accounting and management
• Master's degree and/or CPA

• Knowledge of financial accounting and reporting, internal controls, and external reporting.
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze GAAP and IFRS financial documents.
• Ability to problem solve and gather/analyze information skillfully and efficiently.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyze large data sets and identify patterns within that data.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the campus enterprise and with external partners.

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
• Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!