Senior Financial Analyst- Hybrid - 137372

As an academic administrative unit in the School of Medicine, the mission of the Department of Family Medicine is to provide compassionate, evidence-based, patient-centered health care in an academic setting to a diverse and inclusive population, while also providing rigorous training to a broad spectrum of physicians and trainees that will become leaders in contemporary and translational research. The Department's vision is to create a healthier world for all by applying innovative and transformative healthcare while training the next generation of thoughtful leaders to continue discovering impactful interventions for the treatment and prevention of disease.

The Department of Family Medicine is comprised of five divisions, six centers and fifteen programs.

Divisions

(1) Family Medicine,

(2) Integrative Health,

(3) Integrated Behavioral Health,

(4) Preventive Medicine, and

(5) Sports Medicine comprise the five divisions of the Department.

Centers

(1) The Center for Integrative Education (CIE),

(2) The Center for Integrative Medicine (CIM),

(3) The Center for Mindfulness (CFM),

(4) The Center for Integrative Nutrition (CIN),

(5) The Krupp Center for Integrative Research (CIR), and

(6) Learning Health Systems (LHS) Center.

ProgramsThe various programs within the Department include but are not limited to:

(1) Clinical Services (Family Medicine Ambulatory, Inpatient and OB services, Center for Integrative Medicine, Integrated Behavioral Health, and Sports Medicine),

(2) Community Outreach,

(3) Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI),

(4) Family Medicine Residency,

(5) Family Medicine and Psychiatry Residency,

(6) Family Medicine Scripps Chula Vista Affiliated Residency,

(7) Emergency Medicine Clinical Informatics Affiliated Fellowship,

(8) Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship,

(9) Undergraduate Medical Education (UME),

(10) Physician Assessment and Clinical Education (PACE),

(11) Preventive Medicine T32 Epidemiology Fellowship,

(12) Research,

(13) Sports Medicine Fellowship,

(14) Student Run Free Clinic,

(15) Wellness.

Serving in the Department of Family Medicine Business Office and reporting to the Director of Finance, the Senior Financial Analyst will perform financial analysis, develop and maintain financial models, and provide financial planning and decision support to management, with responsibilities including analyzing financial data, identifying trends, and preparing reports. This position supports a broad portfolio of complex divisions and programs and will serve as the primary fund manager supporting assigned fiscal processes and systems to effectively and efficiently drive business results for the assigned portfolio.

The incumbent uses skills as a seasoned, experienced professional to perform financial services, accounting and business concepts, and organizational objectives to advance operations and proactively resolve challenges. The position regularly 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.

• Seven (7) years of related experience, education/training, OR a Bachelor's degree in related area plus three (3) years of related experience/training.

• Thorough knowledge of finance policies, practices, and systems. Including knowledge of budgeting and reporting techniques; fund accounting; accounting and bookkeeping.

• Ability to independently gather required information to organize, and perform financial analysis assignments. Experience in analyzing a variety of issues or problems, formulating and implementing creative and appropriate solutions having evaluated all risks and consequences.

• Proven ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner. Ability to speak in group settings and provide training to large groups. Possess skills of tact, poise, diplomacy, and confidentiality with a diverse population of staff and faculty in a high pressure and demanding environment. Proven ability to effectively communicate complex information to multiple audiences.

• Proven ability using spreadsheet and database software for complex financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports. Ability to identify, collect, analyze, and report on complex data. Demonstrated ability using multiple spreadsheet and database software tools to synthesize and integrate information for highly complex, strategic financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports. Ability to do end-to-end data pulls, financial modeling, and analysis.

• 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. Demonstrated ability to provide strong customer service to departments.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities. Experience participating in change/project management initiatives and direct involvement with implementing changes in policies and practices.

• Ability to function as a member of a team. Experience in providing support to users on financial and/or budgeting systems and applications.

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources. Excellent analytical skills with experience researching and interpreting intricate data and present analysis effectively. Experience identifying issues of complex problems and develop the analytical framework to understand and resolve them.

• Proven ability to initiate, track and manage complex issues and projects to completion.

• Experience with budget development and financial performance analysis.

• Client services oriented; good listening, critical thinking, and analytical skills. Expert interpersonal and consultative skills requiring organizational savvy; expert service orientation and critical thinking skills; attention to detail. Expert ability using organizational skills to multi-task in a high-volume environment. Strong organization, problem solving, negotiation and decision-making skills with expertise in clarifying and resolving conflict situations and developing attainable solutions.

• Knowledge of University accounting, resource management and budgetary principles.

• Experience and proficiency with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, such as Oracle.

• Proven ability with in-depth knowledge to utilize SQL and SQL Server databases, Tableau, Microsoft Excel, and other reporting software to analyze data and generate ad-hoc reports.

• Advanced knowledge or training, such as a Master's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or CPA.

• Certifications or experience in Project Management, Change Management, or prior leadership experience.

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