Financial Analyst 3

Financial Analyst 3

This position provides complex analytical and financial support, focused on comprehensive ledger management, including deficit monitoring and detailed monthly payroll ledger review and corrections; chart of accounts maintenance; and detailed student accounting maintenance. The Financial Analyst 3 works closely with the Education Finance Manager and is expected to independently conduct in-depth financial analysis to inform strategic decision-making. Assignments are often given on a project basis and the incumbent is expected to gather and sort information from multiple sources, and to present the finished product in a clear and concise manner with minimal supervision to support high-level decision-making.

The Financial Analyst 3 also independently manages student accounting including the accurate and timely submission of student offset and the preparation of quarterly forecast reports. Must be able to demonstrate professionalism, diplomacy, and exercise good judgment within defined procedures and practices, and apply organizational policies and procedures to resolve various issues. Must be able to identify and troubleshoot discrepancies in financial reporting and make corrections as appropriate.

The Financial Analyst 3 creates and maintains projections and other summary reports detailing expenses and revenues of the Education programs. In addition, this position routinely submits financial reports, reviews financial transactions, and provides student enrollment analysis to the Education Finance Manager, Education Programs Directors, Graduate Division, and Controller's Office. The incumbent monitors and administers faculty teaching effort and other funding sources. Must stay current on campus policies regarding graduate education fees and systems that process and record financial transactions.

The salary range for this position is $89,600 - $134,400 (Annual Rate).

The Department of Epidemiology & Biostatistics (DEB) is concerned with understanding the causes of disease and health conditions in populations and interventions to reduce their impact on patients and the public health. The department is one of forty-one units within the School of Medicine (SOM) and includes two main sets of activities : 1) the administrative and scientific home for a large set of epidemiological research projects, and 2) training in epidemiology for health science graduate students, fellows, house staff, and faculty. The Department has strong ties to all elements of the UCSF campus but especially to the Department of Medicine's Divisions of the General Internal Medicine, SFGH and VAMC; to the Department of Family and Community Medicine; to the Institute of Health Policy Studies; the UCSF AIDS Research Institute; the Center for AIDS Prevention Studies (CAPS), the Center for Health and Community, Global Health Sciences (GHS) and the Institute for Human Genetics (IHG). The incumbent reports to the manager for all aspects of the Department. Important objectives include ensuring compliance with applicable agency and University policies and guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Minimum 3+ years of directly relevant experience.
• Thorough knowledge of finance policies, practices, and systems.
• 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. Proficient in Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• 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 adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to function as a member of a team.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, crucial for identifying and rectifying discrepancies.
• Demonstrates independent problem-solving abilities, resourcefulness, and decision-making within defined parameters.

Preferred Qualifications

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.

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.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.