Compliance Senior Analyst

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## Job Title:
Compliance Senior Analyst

## Department:
Advancement | Estate and Gift Planning

Position Overview
The Compliance Senior Analyst is part of the Gift Agreement & Endowment Services (GAES) team in Advancement and is responsible for developing, implementing, and leading effective methods for ensuring financial accountability and compliance with applicable policies and laws. The Analyst collaborates with colleges and units to develop and implement internal controls, processes and programs that assess and enhance compliance. They conduct regular compliance reviews and works closely with colleagues in development, colleges, medical center, units, and internal audit to align fund usage with institutional policies.  They maintain organizational compliance with applicable regulations and industry standards while promoting a culture of integrity and accountability, and also stay informed of relevant pending legislation. The Compliance Senior Analyst also manages and provides direction to the Compliance Analyst.

In addition, they compile, analyze, and monitor data related to donor-supported funds to identify areas of risk. Produce routine and ad hoc customized reports. Serve as a resource to faculty and staff by providing guidance on financial, gift, and compliance policies, and assists in resolving complex issues. May occasionally engage with donors to clarify fund usage and policy alignment.

They also serve as the liaison to the Office of Business and Finance and may at times represent GAES at senior fiscal officer meetings and other related university meetings. Also, serves as a Functional Lead for Fund Management Reporting, providing ongoing input and support for fund management tools. Partners with Office of legal affairs to create and lead training and education regarding compliance and fund management.

The successful candidate will be a self-motivated individual with strong knowledge of financial, gift, and compliance policies, excellent skills in working with and communicating financial data, and intermediate level experience with Microsoft Excel and data analysis software such as Tableau. They operate with a high degree of independence, decision-making capabilities, judgment, and consistency. They must be able to manage multiple projects at once, have strong customer service orientation, experience building collaborative relationships, and have strong written and verbal communication skills.

All members of External Affairs are part of creating a culture that inspires an exceptionally multifaceted and talented team and are expected to exhibit The Ohio State University’s Shared Values . The Office of External Affairs is committed to acting with kindness, respect, and integrity at all times and welcoming our colleagues’ ideas, voices, and perspectives, acknowledging that we are better together.

Responsibilities

60%  Responsible for developing, implementing, and leading effective methods for ensuring financial accountability and compliance with applicable policies and laws.  Collaborates with colleges and units across the university to develop and implement internal controls, processes and programs that assess and enhance compliance. Conducts regular compliance reviews and works closely with colleagues in development, colleges, medical center, units, and internal audit to ensure alignment with institutional policies.  Maintains organizational compliance with applicable regulations and industry standards while promoting a culture of integrity and accountability and also stays informed of relevant pending legislation.

Conducts risk assessments and evaluates internal controls to support sound financial management and institutional accountability. Collaborates with internal stakeholders to investigate and resolve compliance concerns, develops corrective actions, and improve processes. Leads or supports audits and reviews to evaluate fund activity and ensure appropriate use of resources. Coordinates regular reviews of account balances and spending patterns, facilitates meetings to document spending plans, and promotes consistent compliance practices across units. Maintains accurate records, monitors policy thresholds, and investigates potential compliance violations in alignment with university standards and external regulations.

Compiles, analyzes, and monitors data related to donor-supported funds to identify areas of risk. Produces routine and ad hoc customized reports. Serves as a resource to faculty and staff by providing guidance on financial, gift, and compliance policies, and assists in resolving complex issues. May occasionally engage with donors to clarify fund usage and policy alignment.

15%   Provides guidance to faculty and staff on university financial, gift, and compliance policies, and occasionally communicates directly with donors regarding the same. Collaborates with central and college/unit development and fiscal staff to resolve compliance-related issues. Stays current on applicable policies and regulations, conducts regular reviews to ensure adherence, and may engage with regulatory commissions or represent the university in compliance-related matters.

10%   Serves as liaison to the Office of Business and Finance and may represent GAES at senior fiscal officer and other university meetings. Functions as the lead for Fund Management Reporting tools (e.g., Designation Profile Report, Unspent Balances, Dashboard, System), providing expertise on business requirements and processes. Reviews IT project requirements, guides testing, and supports training and documentation in collaboration with BIDS staff. Addresses TAS-related inquiries and ensures data privacy compliance. Contributes to the development of fund management practices, processes, and metrics.

10%  Provides leadership, direction, management, and performance coaching to staff under their supervision. Oversees training and performance management, including establishing and monitoring goals, providing feedback, supporting professional development, completing annual performance management procedures, and addressing performance issues. Fosters an efficient, effective, and collaborative work environment. Develops and implements new practices, processes, metrics, and models related to fund management.

5%   As an active member of the Gift Agreement and Endowment Services (GAES) team, helps to guide strategies and participate in projects to improve internal and external processes. Serves as backup gift agreement and endowment description writer. At times represents GAES at senior fiscal officer meetings and other related university meetings. Lead trainings/education in collaboration with the Office of Legal Affairs. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Four years of experience in financial analysis, compliance, auditing, internal controls, fund management, or a related area
- Experience using customer relationship database
- Experience explaining financial data or concepts to internal and/or external partners

Desired Qualifications:

- Experience using financial systems and software
- Experience with compliance reviews and audits
- Experience with The Ohio State University financial systems
- Experience working with complex relationship database software systems (TAS)
- Demonstrated knowledge of endowments
- Knowledge of investments, stocks, mutual fund strategies and marketing financial reports
- Knowledge of higher education advancement

The Office of External Affairs is committed to providing tools and resources for you to learn our business, proprietary databases, university-specific processes, and advancement practices.

You Need to Know

Aside from the unparalleled benefits of working for The Ohio State University and working in the vibrant, smart, enjoyable, and growing city of Columbus, Ohio, this opportunity will provide exceptional rewards that arise from working for an institution doing worldwide life-changing teaching and research. Learn more here:  https://hr.osu.edu/careers/ .

In accordance with the Disaster Preparedness and University State of Emergency Policy 6.17 this position has been designated as a standby position.

Additional Information:

To learn more about the Office of Advancement, please visit advancement.osu.edu .

The budget for this position is up to $72,787. The offer for this position will be based on internal equity and the candidate's qualifications.

Function:                          Legal and Compliance

Sub-function:                   Compliance

Career Band:                    Individual Contributor – Specialized

Career Level:                     S3

## Location:
University Square North (1031)

## Position Type:
Regular

## Scheduled Hours:
40

## Shift:
First Shift

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