Assoc Dir, Acct & Finance (PRN35048B)

Company: University of Utah
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: May 26, 2023

Job Description:

Assoc Dir, Acct & Finance (PRN35048B) Job description The Utah Clinical & Translational Science Institute (CTSI) is seeking a dynamic individual to be responsible for the financial management functions of the CTSI. The CTSI's funding sources include federal funding, institutional support, tuition, and service recharge revenue. The Associate Director of Finance & Accounting will prepare and oversee CTSI's budget and associated strategic reporting to internal and external stakeholders. As part of the CTSI's senior leadership team, they will help set and implement financial and budgetary goals. They will perform a variety of accounting duties that range in level of complexity, and prepare and analyze complex financial information, reports, and statements. They will oversee the CTSI's finance team, and all financial, procurement, and inventory-related operations. Learn more about the fantastic benefits provided to the University of Utah Employees including generous retirement contributions, comprehensive medical coverage, tuition reduction, and more. University of Utah Job ID# PRN Dept/ORG 00212 - Ctr Clin & Translational Sc. COMPENSATION: 75,000-$95,000 WORK SCHEDULE: 8:00AM - 5:00PM RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential Duties Prepares CTSI budget and associated reports for the annual institutional budget process and annual financial reporting requirements for federal grants. Organizes financial data into dashboards and strategic reports for internal and external stakeholders that can be used for the analysis of ongoing operations, future projections, and strategic planning. Serves as part of the CTSI's senior leadership team, advising on financial and budgetary issues. Assists in setting department short and long-term goals. Establishes internal objectives and implements procedures to meet goals. Oversees all institute procurement processes (including daily authorizations), non-grant contracts, purchasing card programs, and asset inventory. Oversees financial operations and ensures compliance for 5 Service Recharge Centers. Oversees and manages CTSI financial activities. Oversees quarterly Electronic Personnel Activity Reports (ePARs) for staff that is funded by extramural grants. Oversees payroll and other employee compensation processes. Conducts in-quarter payroll reallocations via the Effort Distribution Report (eDR) system. Reviews and approves electronic Personnel Action Forms (ePAFS) Supervises, trains, and develops CTSI's financial team. Assumes authority and performs functions of the department director in his/her absence. Participates in the development and interpretation of department polices to ensure compliance with the University's policies and regulatory requirements. Ensures compliance with Federal and state regulations. Ensures stakeholder satisfaction by analyzing customer complaints, concerns and suggestions. Provides appropriate follow-through to ensure quality service to all customers and stakeholders. Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required Nearly Continuously: Office environment. Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, a related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required; plus six years of progressively more responsible management experience; and demonstrated leadership, human relations and effective communication skills also required. Master's degree in Business Administration or related area preferred. This position is not responsible for providing patient care. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. PREFERENCES: Demonstrated strong expertise with Microsoft Excel is essential for success in this position. Experience with the University of Utah's financial and administrative systems is strongly preferred. Prior experience managing teams is preferred. Master's degree in Business Administration or related area preferred. Prior administrative experience that includes budget preparation or budget monitoring is preferred. TO APPLY, VISIT: EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

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