Posted: 26-Jul-24
Location: Irvine, California
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 5464949
Who We Are
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.
Student Housing is a self-funded, large and complex campus department consisting of 6 housing communities and 3 support units, with more than 280 staff employees, 300-400 student employees and an annual operating budget of $120 million. Student Housing provides housing for approximately 9,000 undergraduates, graduate students and their families in over 250 buildings and approximately 3.3 million sq. ft.
Your Role on the Team
Under the general direction of the Assistant Director of Strategic Financial Operations, serves as the primary Finance and Business Analyst for a Student Housing functional area. The incumbent monitors and analyzes accounts such as operating and major maintenance accounts, prepares monthly financial reports, facilitates preparation of annual budget, participates in annual and short/long-range financial planning processes, and coordinates fiscal closing. The incumbent participates in organizational policy making, planning, and problem solving. Assists in developing process and project metrics to increase efficiency/efficacy of financial and procurement business processes, conducts routine and ad hoc analysis and reporting. Daily financial management including oversight of procurement activity and records. Provides support in consultation, review, and approval of various requisitions. Reviews and approves PALCard/Managed Spend Card transactions, and maintains, collects, and prepares information/data that is required for routine and/or ad hoc reporting/analysis. Uses professional concepts. Applies organizational policies and procedures to resolve various issues. Works on problems of limited to moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of multiple factors. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Contacts are primarily internal to the department but may also be external. Assists with long range financial planning, capital projects, and financial forecasting systems.
What It Takes To Be Successful
- Total Compensation: 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.
The expected pay range for this recruitment is $30.56 - $36.28 (Hourly).
Required:
- Working knowledge of finance policies, practices, and systems.
- Ability to gather reasonably retrievable information to organize, and perform basic financial analysis assignments, make recommendations and implement solutions as assigned.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing clearly and concisely. Ability to communicate and interact effectively with a broad variety of individuals in person, on the phone, and in writing.
- Demonstrated ability using spreadsheet and database software for moderately complex financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports. Knowledge of Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, etc.).
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills at all levels within the unit; excellent service orientation and critical thinking skills; and attention to detail. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of constituencies including administrators, staff, students, and vendors. Ability to function as a member of a team.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities. Ability to respond with flexibility and efficiency to frequent changes in task focus, competing priorities, and multiple deadlines.
- Intermediate knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources. Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information. Ability to exercise good judgment and professionalism.
- Accounting and financial analysis experience. Skill to prepare budgetary reports. Ability to maintain and reconcile multiple accounts. Ability to complete budgetary forecasting and analysis. Knowledge of general accounting principles and practices. Ability to conduct basic statistical analysis.
- Demonstrated ability using organizational skills to multi-task in a high-volume environment. Skill in taking initiative, setting priorities, and managing time to complete work in a timely manner. Ability to work independently and to follow through on assignments with minimal supervision.
- Ability to compose reports, letters, instructions, and other documents with attention to clarity, tone, composition, and mechanics.
- Working knowledge of the campus computer financial systems, including but not limited to Kuali Financial Systems (KFS) and Decision Support.
- Knowledge of accounting systems, procedures and documents for campus and Housing.
- Bachelor's degree in economics, business administration, political science, or related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in budget analysis or administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Knowledge of procurement systems, procedures and document preparation.
- General understanding and knowledge of Student Housing and Student Housing business operations.
- Resume submission required.
Preferred Conditions of Employment:
- Background Check and Live Scan
- Legal Right to work in the United States
- Vaccination Policies
- Smoking and Tobacco Policy
- Drug Free Environment
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
Closing Statement
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/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, age or protected veteran status.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.
Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship: Must be able to provide proof of work authorization.
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