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Texas Tech University · 20 hours ago

Financial Analyst I

El Paso, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Texas Tech University is seeking a Financial Analyst I to ensure compliance with purchasing policies and regulations. The role involves reviewing purchase requisitions, developing procurement processes, and providing guidance to faculty and staff on procurement methods.

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Responsibilities

Review, analyze, and approve purchase requisitions to ensure compliance with TTUHSC El Paso policies, Texas State purchasing laws, UT System requirements, and applicable institutional guidelines

Verify funding availability, proper account coding, and required supporting documentation prior to approval

Develop, coordinate, and administer competitive procurement processes, including Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), and competitive bids, in accordance with Texas Government Code, state purchasing thresholds, and institutional procedures

Assist with bid evaluations, documentation, and award recommendations

Provide instruction, guidance, and customer support to faculty, staff, and departmental administrators on purchasing policies, procurement methods, and compliance requirements, ensuring efficient and compliant acquisition of goods and services

Serve as a liaison between end users, vendors, and internal departments to resolve procurement issues, clarify purchasing requirements, and support timely processing of requisitions and contracts

Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation to support audits, reporting, and regulatory reviews, ensuring transparency and accountability in purchasing activities

Obtain Certified Texas Contract Developer Certification from the State of Texas, Comptroller of Public Accounts within 18 months of employment

Remain current with all licensure, certifications, and mandatory compliance and training requirements for this position

Adhere to all policies, procedures, and practices (Regents Rules, TTUS, HSECEP OPs, etc.)

Personally demonstrate, display and act in accordance with TTUHSC EP's Values (Service, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Advancement, and Teamwork)

Serve as a Value's leader while actively promoting and encouraging staff across the institution

Perform all other duties as assigned

Qualification

Purchasing methods knowledgeERPE-Procurement softwareCertified Texas Contract DeveloperBid evaluation skillsCustomer supportEffective communicationTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's degree and 1 year of experience OR combination of education and experience to equal 5

Obtain Certified Texas Contract Developer Certification from the State of Texas, Comptroller of Public Accounts within 18 months of employment

Remain current with all licensure, certifications, and mandatory compliance and training requirements for this position

Adhere to all policies, procedures, and practices (Regents Rules, TTUS, HSECEP OPs, etc.)

Personally demonstrate, display and act in accordance with TTUHSC EP's Values (Service, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Advancement, and Teamwork)

Serve as a Value's leader while actively promoting and encouraging staff across the institution

Preferred

Experience using ERP or e-Procurement software systems, 3+ years

Knowledge of purchasing and procurement methods and procedures, preferably in state procurement principles and practices

Willing to obtain and maintain professional certification in purchasing within one year of employment

Ability to perform arithmetical computations, evaluate bids, develop methods and procedures for locating supply sources, maintain a system of record keeping, maintain effective working relationships with vendors and suppliers, and communicate effectively