AAAS has an exciting opportunity for a Program Analyst II to join our Information Technology department!
This position supports the development, operation, and ongoing improvement of data, financial, and reporting processes within AAAS program and platform environments. The Program Analyst works with IT, Finance, and business stakeholders to support Finance system maintenance and configuration, assist with Finance system implementations and issue resolution, perform Finance system user access administration, and to provide support for Finance audit documentation.
The role focuses on hands-on analysis, data quality assurance, financial reconciliation, and operational support, while following established best practices for ETL, financial controls and documentation.
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What You’ll Do

Supports routine Finance system maintenance, configuration changes, and basic administration tasks.
Meets with Finance system vendors to assist with implementations, updates, and issue resolution.
Performs limited user access administration for Finance systems following established procedures.
Acts as a liaison between Finance, vendors, and IT to communicate requirements and coordinate larger technical changes.
Assists with testing, reconciliation, documentation, and audit support related to Finance including systems implemented by IT.

Minimum Qualifications

The Program Analyst II requires a person with a minimum Bachelor’s level degree in a technology related field.
Experience using Excel, SQL, Power BI to manage, analyze, and validate data.
Experience identifying and resolving data quality issues and inconsistencies across systems.
Ability to document processes, reconciliations, and findings clearly and accurately.
Experience with General Ledger (GL) transactions and financial reporting and basic accounting concepts.
Experience with financial reconciliation and audit best practices.
Experience working with or supporting integrations involving payment processors and financial vendors

Application Process
Submit a resume and cover letter outlining qualifications and interest in the position by August 20, 2026 . Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. A Recruiter will contact you with next steps if you are selected for an interview.
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The anticipated initial rate of compensation for this position is $99,000 – $127,000 per year. AAAS currently provides the following benefits for this position: paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, flexible spending account, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, retirement benefits, short- and long-term disability, each subject to the terms of the applicable program. Additional benefits may apply.
Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of AAAS and will be based on a variety of factors, including years of experience, depth of experience, and other relevant factors. AAAS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time.
AAAS is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category. AAAS uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. No visa sponsorship is available for this position.
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