Financial Analyst- Clinical Operations & Dept Finance (Remote)

School of Medicine, Stanford, California, United States

Finance

Post Date May 21, 2024

Requisition # 103339

The Department of Neurology and Neurological Sciences at the Stanford University School of Medicine is dedicated to excellence in clinical care, education, and research. In alignment with the dedication to excellence the departments are in the process of transforming their research administration infrastructure to ensure that a best in class administration is built and sustained. With growing bench science and clinical research, the demands for high-quality research administrative support is at the forefront.

We are seeking a Financial Analyst 2 to perform complex finance functions and/or activities related to budgeting, business planning and financial reporting, modeling & operating metrics. This position will report directly to the Associate Director of Clinical Operations and Department Finance. The successful candidate will be highly skilled in excel, and preferably a high end user of Tableau, Smartsheets, and other cloud based information sharing platforms. Experience with Oracle financials and understanding of the funds flow agreement between the School of Medicine and SHC/SCH is desirable.

Duties include*:

• Perform and design ad hoc analyses of large complex data sets: reconcile complex accounts. Identify and resolve complex issues which may span multiple areas.

• Incumbent will be a key contributor to the annual department budgeting cycle. Analysis will include identifying trends in current expenditure budget, forecasting of expenditure and helping the team make recommendations. He/She will also develop a budgeting model to accommodate the newly created division org codes and forecasting Sponsored research activity.

• Construct and assemble data for budgeting and decision making; develop conclusions, and present high level summary of recommendations. May develop annual budget for individual department/unit.

• Conduct analysis and resolution, and recognize exceptions. Participate in developing solutions that may require policy changes or the development of new processes; maintain broader organizational perspective in decision making.

• Execute internal control programs established by management, research new regulations, and recommend and implement approved changes. May manage compliance program for area of responsibility, and create complex compliance reports.

• Develop reports and presentations of complex financial data and metrics for management and third parties.

• Participate as a member of a project team; support new initiatives. Make decisions determining approach to managing and completing processes.

• Develop and maintain desktop procedures and process documentation for area of responsibility.

• Define requirements, develop and implement complex test cases, perform system testing and analyze results.

• Participate in critical analysis of existing systems and processes, and identify opportunities for process improvement.

• Provide consulting advice to client group(s); serve as a resource on matters that require specific technical, financial, or subject matter expertise; support negotiations with external partners.

*- Other duties may also be assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

Bachelor’s degree and four years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

• Advanced proficiency in business applications, such as Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel.

• Demonstrated knowledge of financial systems; internet and computer literacy.

• Knowledge of GAAP.

• Strong communication skills, including ability to prepare materials for and clearly and effectively communicate information to internal and external audiences and client groups.

• Demonstrated project management skills and ability to contribute to or lead part of a multi-functional team.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Constantly sitting.

• Frequently perform desk-based computer tasks, use telephone, writing by hand, sort/file paperwork.

• Occasionally stand/walk, lift/carry objects weighing 11-20 pounds.

• Rarely reach/work above shoulder.

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Routine extended working hours during peak cycles; travel to school/unit sites across university.

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.

• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.

• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide,http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

This role is open to candidates anywhere in the United States. Stanford University hasfive Regional Pay Structures. The compensation for this position will be based on the location of the successful candidate.

The expected pay range for this position is $84,000 to $108,000 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting acontact form.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time

• Job Code: 4452

• Employee Status: Regular

• Grade: H

• Requisition ID: 103339

• Work Arrangement : Remote Eligible