Finance Analyst 3

Overview:

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

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The Department of Radiology is dedicated to conducting leading-edge research, providing the highest quality clinical education and delivering state-of-the-art care to our patients through the advanced diagnosis and treatment of disease through biomedical research. Our department scientists and physicians are constantly working to develop new technologies and imaging techniques that will become the medical imaging examinations and medical interventions of tomorrow.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for managing all fiscal operations within the Department of Radiology, including budgeting, financial analysis, procurement, payroll, gift and restricted fund activity, and professional fee management. Provides both short- and long-term financial planning and analysis in a complex, multi-funding environment. Establishes and maintains robust financial control and reporting systems to ensure fiscal integrity and compliance.

Under the general direction of the Finance Manager, the incumbent oversees operational budget control, financial management processes, and faculty salary compensation to support departmental goals and strategic priorities.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Working knowledge of finance policies, practices, and systems.
• Ability to gather reasonably retrievable information to organize, and perform basic financial analysis assignments.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing clearly and concisely.
• Demonstrated ability using spreadsheet and database software for moderately complex financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills at all levels within the unit; excellent service orientation and critical thinking skills; and attention to detail. Demonstrated 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.
• Intermediate knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources.
• Strong computer skills using MS Office Suite, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and good business practices
• Demonstrated organization skills and ability to prioritize assignments when faced with heavy workload and competing deadlines.
• Proven ability to work independently and carry out assigned tasks reliably with minimal direction.
• Demonstrated skills to independently analyze situations, interpret data, define problems and/or objectives, identify relevant factors, and formulate logical conclusions and recommendations.
• Experience in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all levels of the campus community. Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate in a professional manner in all circumstances
• Demonstrated skill in handling detailed transactions throughout tedious review and approval process.
• Proficiency in English in order to read, understand and interpret complex documents, including detained information on University accounting policies and practices, and contract and grant administrative regulations.
• Excellent writing skills and skill in modifying and/or adapting materials and information to create understandable technical information.
• Proficiency in computerized information systems to gather award, personnel and expenditure data from UCI online sources.
• Demonstrated experience in working as a member of a team, being willing to offer services and to request assistance under appropriate circumstances.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain high level of confidentiality.
• Demonstrated experience with UC fund accounting management, purchasing, and equipment management policies, procedures and practices.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training

Preferred:

• Working knowledge of UCI Kuali Financial Systems, Decision Support, Tableau.
• Knowledge of University accounting principles and cost accounting standards.
• Previous UC system experience.
• Familiarity with UCI on-line financial systems including General Ledger, Employee Database, and UCPath.
• Previous experience with processing financial journals and fund transfers.
• Working knowledge of faculty salary compensation processes.

Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment
• Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

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Closing Statement:

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 categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at or