Fiscal & Business Analyst Sr.

Job Description

The primary purpose of this position is to assist the HII Director, Faculty and Staff with all aspects of the financial and general administration of the Health Informatics Institute (HII), including sponsored and non-sponsored projects administration by providing financial analysis and projections, budget management, and fiscal resource management for the HII. This position will effectively utilize their knowledge of grant and contract management regulations, USF institutional policies, technical expertise, and analytical skills to manage the day-to-day objectives of the HII. Specific responsibilities will vary depending on the primary focus of the Analysts position and the needs of the HII, however, all Fiscal & Business Analysts within the HII are expected to be cross-trained in the duties and responsibilities of the others.

This position will analyze financial and accounting data to and keep management and / or faculty investigators informed on the financial and budget status of the unit. This position monitors and analyzes budget and accounting data to ensure compliance with statutes, regulations, and accounting principles, and keeps manager informed regarding the financial and budget status of their departments. Prepares UBIT files for Auxiliary units. Prepares various forecast and trend reports.

The Fiscal and Business Analyst provides financial information through budget projections to help in financial planning, identifying trends in departmental spending, etc. Positions in this job class develop financial reports, statements and spreadsheets for use by management in determining current and future financial position. This is administrative and analytical work which is directly related to the mission and fiscal well-being of the institution, requiring the application of discretion and judgment on matters of significance with respect to budget planning, allocation of fiscal resources, and financial reporting and control.

Responsibilities

Balances the budget(s) by performing a detailed review and analysis of the actual vs. budget for numerous accounts; advises management / faculty / PIs of potential areas of over / under allocation, and when any budget transfers need to take place; prepares financial reports, statements and spreadsheets to consolidate financial activities, which are used by management, PIs and / or accountable officers; gathers data and assists in the preparation of the yearly operating budget / plan to be submitted to the central Budget office and / or other administrative departments; monitors payroll expenses and may advise on appropriate chartfields / accounts for salary expenditures; performs other program, grant, auxiliary or department specific financial or budget related activities; serves as a liaison with other USF departments and / or external agencies by problem solving, resolving budget issues, and providing appropriate information for various financial, budget or grant related inquiries.

Analysis should also ensure that all activity is in compliance with departmental policy, USF policies / regulations and state / federal statutes.

Special assignments.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications :

• This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration or other field directly related to the position's specific responsibilities and 4-6 years of fiscal related work experience; or a Bachelor's degree in no specific required field and fours years of fiscal related work experience; or six years fiscal related work experience.

Preferred Qualifications :

About Us

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application / interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.