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Compensation
$55–60K/yr
Location
Remote · US
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Financial Generalist provides financial oversight, analysis, and management for sponsored and non-sponsored funds, with a portfolio primarily focused on non-sponsored funding. The role prepares reports, forecasts budgets and expenses, supports faculty and staff with financial questions, and reviews transactions. It also handles payroll distributions, journal entries, invoices, and other departmental financial duties.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Financial Analysis, nice to haveFinancial Reporting, nice to haveBudget Forecasting, nice to havePeopleSoft, nice to haveEFS, nice to haveHRMS, nice to haveECRT, nice to haveDMS, nice to haveUM Analytics, nice to haveChrome River, nice to haveOrganizational Skills, requiredCustomer Service, requiredCommunication, requiredCritical Thinking, requiredPrioritization, required

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience, requiredFour Years Related Education or Experience, requiredUniversity Financial Policies, nice to have

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Job Duties

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Job ID375466

LocationTwin Cities

Job FamilyFinance

Full/Part TimeFull-Time

Regular/TemporaryRegular

Job Code8221FG

Employee ClassCivil Service

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About the Job

Responsibilities:

Financial analysis, oversight and management - 25%

Provide financial oversight, analysis and management of sponsored and non-sponsored data. Assigned portfolio will be primarily non-sponsored funding with some sponsored funding.

Prepare financial reports and present data to faculty. Forecast budgets and expenses.

Ensure compliance with University policies and procedures.

Effort coordinator for assigned faculty and their research staff. Updates payroll distributions and enters payroll historical corrections (RTDs) as needed.

Initiate financial transactions such as UMF transfers and journal entries as needed.

Assist with faculty and admin staff questions regarding financial spending, policies, procedures, and issues.

Financial reporting - 30%

Create financial statements. Report standard monthly reports for principal investigators to meet goals and objectives. Provide information to help in the decision-making process.

Financial support - 20%

Entry of journal entries for accounting team into EFS.

Monitoring payroll default accounts and setting up new payroll distributions for new hires.

Create departmental invoices in EFS.

Document approval 15%

Review and approve financial transactions in EFS and Emburse for assigned approval deptids. Provide departmental staff information on expenditures requirements and policy.

Other financial duties - 10%

Manage other common financial funds such as UMF funds, ISOs, and ESOs, etc. as needed.

Assist with annual position and chartstring budgeting.

Other related projects and assignments as needed.

Qualifications

All required qualifications must be included in the application materials

Required Qualifications:

Requires BA/BS degree or a combination of related education and work experience to equal four years

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Strong organizational and customer service orientation skills

Strong communication skills with both financial and managerial staff

Critical thinking and analysis skills

Ability to prioritize work in order to meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with University systems such as PeopleSoft (EFS and HRMS), ECRT, DMS, UM Analytics, Chrome River

Knowledge of University financial policies and procedures

Experience with University financial system PeopleSoft (EFS and HRMS)

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $55,000 - $60,000/year; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment (Remote)

Position Type:Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off

Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program

Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts

University HSA contributions

Disability and employer-paid life insurance

Employee wellbeing program

Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity

Financial counseling services

Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [email protected] or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor Degree

Minimum Experience Required

4 - 20 years

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$11.41 / Hourly

Postal Code

55455

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

375466

Job Benefits

Not specified

How this job compares

Set against the 5,760 open Financial Analyst jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 14, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$55–60K/yr
  • Minnesota median$82–120K/yr118 salary ranges
  • US median$85–127K/yr3,922 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $58K, is 44% below the Minnesota median midpoint ($102K) — in the lowest quarter of Financial Analyst salary ranges in Minnesota.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 156 open Financial Analyst jobs in Minnesota and 5,760 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Minnesota
Experience
Financial Analyst postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 5 years (4,611 postings).
Education
2,806 of the 5,760 open Financial Analyst jobs (49%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 14, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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