Financial Manager

University of Wisconsin Madison
$90,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
paid time off, remote work
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
21 North Park Street (Show on map)
Dec 11, 2024
Job Summary: The Financial Manager will be a key communicator and collaborator within the department, regularly providing updates to department leadership, and will serve as a critical link to college and campus partners. The position will work with department leadership to actively support Biochemistry's complex funding landscape by identifying departmental needs and providing leadership to academic programs, research initiatives, and administrative functions. Responsibilities: Guides financial and or accounting staff performing work in multiple finance functional areas and participates in day-to-day financial operations to ensure accuracy of financial transactions and reports, and/or supervises staff. Recommends and implements fiscal policies and advises on development of processes in support of efficient and compliant reporting. 25% Plans, directs, and engages in financial and/or accounting operations for multiple areas; coordinates data management, budget preparation and management, and financial reporting efforts 5% May exercise supervisory authority, including hiring, transferring, suspending, promoting, managing conduct and performance, discharging, assigning, rewarding, disciplining, and/or approving hours worked of at least 2.0 FTE or equivalent employees 25% Identifies, verifies, and audits financial charges, credits, and authorizes payments 20% Recommends, interprets, disseminates, and implements unit-focused fiscal policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with established rule, regulations and financial guidelines 5% Participates in the development, maintenance, and monitoring of automated financial information systems 10% Analyzes financial information and makes recommendations to unit leadership 10% Serves as a subject matter expert to unit leadership regarding financial operations, status and reporting, and recommends process improvements Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Education: Required Bachelor's Degree Qualifications: Successful candidates will have experience in a business or administrative setting, with a proven ability to lead complex programs or projects and leverage resources to achieve goals. Strong written and oral communication skills are essential, including the ability to engage with diverse groups, set priorities, and make decisions. The candidate must demonstrate excellent time-management, problem-solving, and attention to detail, as well as the ability to both work independently and build positive professional relationships. The ideal candidate will have significant experience managing or supervising a team and overseeing financial portfolios, particularly within higher education. Demonstrated ability to interpret and analyze University of Wisconsin-Madison (UW), state, and federal rules and regulations, as well as proficiency with UW financial systems and tools, is highly desirable. These qualifications will support effective resource management, policy navigation, and compliance within a complex organizational environment. Work Type: Full Time: 100% After this position has been fully trained, we anticipate the ability to work remotely 2 days a week subject to a remote work agreement. Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable Salary: Minimum $90,000 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications The minimum starting salary for this position is $90,000 but, final salary will depend on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf. Additional Information: The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) is committed to maintaining and growing a culture that embraces diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements of our excellence and fundamental components of a positive and enriching learning and working environment for all students, faculty, and staff. At CALS, we acknowledge that bias, prejudice, racism, and hate have historically occurred in many forms that cause significant and lasting harm to members of our community. We commit to taking actions each day toward a college that is inclusive and welcoming to all. How to Apply: Click on the "Apply Online" button to start the application process. Applications must be received through UW Madison's online application system. Applications submitted outside of this system will not be considered. You will be prompted to upload the following documents/Application Materials: Resume (required) - Detail your educational and professional background Cover letter (required) - Refer to your related work experience Your cover letter and resume should clearly demonstrate how your skills and experience align with the qualifications outlined in the job posting. The search committee will use these materials to evaluate your candidacy. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in virtual interviews (via Teams), which are expected to take place after January 1st. Once final applicants are identified, they will be asked to provide contact information (phone and email) for at least three professional references, one of which must be a current or previous supervisor. Contact: Stefanie Lannoye slannoye@wisc.edu 608-261-1029 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Financial Manager(FN005) Department(s): A07-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/BIOCHEMISTRY Employment Class: Academic Staff-Renewable Job Number: 309128-AS The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. 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