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The Senior Investment Operations Analyst will support Liberty University's Chief Investment Officer and the senior investment team in the management of Liberty's endowment assets. This role is designed for an experienced professional who brings strong accounting discipline, sound operational judgment, and consistent attention to detail, with a focus on execution, accuracy, and accountability.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform and review investment accounting activities, including monthly closes, reconciliations, and variance analysis.

• Review custodian reports, investment statements, and capital activity for accuracy, completeness, and consistency with internal records.

• Monitor cash activity, capital calls, and distributions across investment portfolios.

• Coordinate with external service providers to resolve accounting and reporting matters.

• Support audit processes by preparing schedules and documentation and coordinating requested materials under the direction of the Director of Operations.

• Maintain and enhance internal controls, documentation standards, and accounting procedures related to investment operations.

• Assist with investment data integrity, reporting timelines, and accountingrelated process improvements.

• Maintain, organize, and periodically review investment documentation and records housed within the Investment Office's research management software to ensure completeness, accuracy, and adherence to internal standards.

• Review investment documentation and notices with an operational and accounting lens.

• Support broader investment operations functions as needed, with emphasis on accounting and reporting integrity.

• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field is required.

• At least two years of public accounting experience (preferred) or other relevant experience, such as investment fund accounting, internal audit, or financial operations.

• Hold, or be in the process of working toward, a CPA (preferred), CIA, or CFA designation.

• Strong understanding of investment structures, including private funds, commingled vehicles, and custodial reporting.

• Demonstrated ability to perform detailed reconciliations and work effectively with complex financial data.

• Solid understanding of internal controls and audit support requirements.

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Advanced Excel skills; experience with custodians or portfolio accounting systems is a plus.

• Accountingfocused and detailoriented, with a strong sense of ownership for work product.

• Exercises sound professional judgment and a thoughtful, methodical approach to work.

• Comfortable working independently while collaborating within a small, experienced team.

• Organized, dependable, and able to manage recurring deadlines effectively.

• Ability to articulate and defend the unique Christian educational mission and vision of Liberty University and its subsidiaries to a wide variety of individuals and groups.

• Self-motivated and directed, possessing an ability to motivate others

• The highest level of integrity, honesty, and sense of fiduciary duty

• Individual must not be in default on any federal student or parent loan

• Individual must not be convicted of, or pled nolo contendere or guilty to, a crime involving the acquisition, use, or expenditure of federal, state, or local government funds, -or- be administratively or judicially determined to have committed fraud or any other material violation of law involving federal, state, or local government funds (CFR 668.14(b)(18)(i))

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOBCommunication and Comprehension

• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well-articulated information.

• Ability to communicate in a professional and Christ-like manner, resolving issues with an attitude of courtesy and respect.

• Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University to a variety of business and community customers and associates.

• Display self-motivation and multi-tasking skills.

• Possess excellent listening and discerning skills

• Strong organizational skills

• Excellent computer skills

Problem Solving

• Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.

Physical and Sensory Abilities

• Frequently required to sit for extended periods of time to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard.

• Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.

• Occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the building.

• Occasionally required to handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business.

• Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds

WORKING CONDITIONSWork Environment

The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled office setting. It is well lighted and the noise level is moderate.

Driving Requirements

If the employee is required to travel in performing the duties and responsibilities of the position, the use of one's personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) may be required for travel. Proof of a valid driver's license, an acceptable DMV record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance is required when driving in the performance of the employee's position.

Time Type

Full time

Location

Onsite

Pay Range

Compensation is determined based on factors such as qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, along with University needs and external market conditions. Market benchmarks may be used, as appropriate, in combination with internal equity to ensure pay is fair and aligned with the broader compensation structure.

The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

$95,000.00 - $115,000.00

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University's hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the "religion" component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.