Financial Analyst III

DO-CA-OP-Admin-Financial Aff

Full Time

77677BR

Job Summary

Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of industry practices and organizational policies and procedures; resolves a wide range of issues in imaginative as well as practical ways. Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Contacts are both internal and external to the department.

As a key member of the accounting and operations team within the School of Medicine (SOM) Dean’s Office, Financial Affairs Unit (FAU), the Financial Analyst III is tasked to perform high level data analysis, data validation, reconciliation, and review and approval functions.

As a lead financial analyst, he/she is responsible for providing financial support to the Dean’s Office Units (7 Medical Education units and 6 Administrative units).  Support duties include reviewing and advising on financial transactions, being the procurement and expense reimbursement approver, submitting payroll funding entries, completing trend and variance analysis, chartstring and speedtype management, commitments management, deficit and fund management, as well as all other duties that involve the maintenance of financial integrity. The analyst is heavily involved in and takes on a lead role in the Dean’s Office fiscal year-end close and fiscal year opening processes and functions.

In addition, the analyst is responsible for coordinating and administering school-wide financial transactions, which includes the 415(m) restoration plan, integrated funding model (IFM), school level holding activities, as well as auxiliary programs.  The analyst also takes on a major role in performing data validation for key Dean’s Office presentations and reports that ensures the accuracy of data published and widely shared.

The analyst works closely with unit managers and staff, the FAU’s budget team, SOM departments, and central campus offices. The analyst has to exhibit sound judgment, skillfully balance business demands, have the ability to resolve a wide range of issues, and establish excellent working relationships with colleagues, business partners, stakeholders, and leadership.   

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Department Description

The UCSF School of Medicine is a $3B enterprise and the Financial Affairs office is the chief administration unit. The Financial Affairs office oversees, directs, coordinates, and manages all School of Medicine funds, and all clinical enterprise-related funds flow and transactions. The office serves as the school’s control point for resource planning, finance, accounting and compliance, reporting, and decision support. It also establishes School-wide fiscal policies, processes, and financial reporting, and manages the Dean’s Office budget, reporting, and accounting functions. The office is responsible for the fiscal oversight of 40+ academic departments, organized research units, and programs within the school, and the management of School-wide financial planning, analysis, and reporting process. The mission of the Financial Affairs office is to promote and provide financial expertise, efficient tools and services, responsible fiscal stewardship, and meaningful reporting and analytics, and to be a strategic partner to the leadership of UCSF’s four missions: education, healthcare, public service, and research.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• 3+ years of directly relevant experience.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources.        
• Thorough knowledge of finance policies, practices, and systems.
• Proven interpersonal skills with peers throughout the organization; strong service orientation and critical thinking skills; and attention to detail. Proven ability using organizational skills to multi-task in a high volume environment.
• Ability to independently gather required information to organize, and perform financial analysis assignments.
• Proven ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner.
• Proven ability using spreadsheet and database software for complex financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to function as a member of a team.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Code and Payroll Title

007709 FINANCIAL ANL 3

Job Category

Accounting / Finance, Professional (Non-Clinical), Professional and Managerial

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Location

Parnassus Heights (SF)

Additional Shift Details

M-F 8-5pm