Stanford University School of Medicine is world-renowned for leading-edge education, research, patient care, and medical advancements. The Department of Educational Programs and Services (EPS) is home to departments and programs that are central to the educational mission of the Stanford University School of Medicine. We serve all populations of students and trainees who participate in the School's programs: Stanford MD, MS, MSPA, and PhD students; visiting MD students seeking clinical clerkships; postdoctoral scholars and medical fellows; and medical practitioners seeking further professional enrichment. Our goal is to provide a Stanford School of Medicine experience worthy of our students' and trainees' talents, aspirations, and dedication.
Department Information
The Department of Educational Programs and Services (EPS) is looking for a self-starter to join its dynamic, collaborative Finance Team. In this role, you will be working with faculty and staff who are recognized for their brilliance in medical research, teaching, and clinical innovation. We are seeking candidates who have a passion for making a contribution, value teamwork and diversity, and a focus on excellence. The Senior Financial Analyst (Financial Analyst 3) for EPS reports to the Director of Finance and will manage all finance, procurement, and accounting activities for several departments within EPS.
Job Purpose
The Senior Financial Analyst compiles monthly expenditure statements, updates monthly projections, and presents to the leadership of the annual operating budget development. S/he will act as a strategic business partner, providing analytical support to the Program Directors for decision making. In addition, the Senior Analyst will provide ad hoc analyses requested by the Director of Finance, Director of Finance and Administration, and the Dean’s Office. Lastly, the Senior Analyst also manages EPS’ internal pre-award process and manages post-award sponsored funding. Additional duties and qualifications are below.
This position is eligible for full-time remote work from within California with periodic visits to campus, subject to operational needs. In addition, a shared touchdown workspace is available for staff who wish to work onsite occasionally.
Core Duties
- Perform analytical, complex finance and control functions; multi-dimensional and complex reconciliations and related analysis; prepare or review and approve complex transactions.
- Research, and synthesize data; interpolate results from large amounts of data, identify trends in data, draw conclusions, develop solutions, present and implement recommendations, and create follow-up analysis.
- Develop complex budget and forecasting scenarios, long-range planning and analyses for financial reporting and presentations; design and run ad hoc reports.
- Identify and resolve unique issues with substantial significance; recognize exceptions, and conduct in-depth analysis using advanced technical knowledge and experience. Recommend and develop solutions that may require policy changes or the development of new processes; maintain broader organizational and university perspective in decision making.
- Review, design, and implement appropriate internal control programs, research new regulations, and implement approved changes. Manage compliance program for area of responsibility, interpret internal policy and external regulations, and create and/or review complex compliance reports.
- Lead and execute unit or cross-functional projects and teams, make decisions regarding projects and programs affecting operational effectiveness, policies, or processes.
- Engage in continuous critical analysis of existing systems and processes; make recommendations to achieve greater efficiencies and improve internal controls. Define requirements, develop and implement complex test cases, perform testing and analyze results.
- Lead and support unit and organization strategy and change management initiatives. Provide training on new financial systems. Represent organization to client group(s) and external partners; serve as subject matter expert on matters that involve complex technical, financial, or subject matter expertise.
- Assess client and business needs, and formulate recommendations to determine approach to managing and completing processes.
Education & Experience (Required)
Bachelor’s degree and six 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.
- Advanced knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning and financial systems; internet and computer literacy.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Advanced professional communication skills, including ability to prepare materials for and clearly and effectively communicate information to internal and external audiences, client groups, and management.
- Strong project management skills and ability to contribute to or lead part of a multi-functional team.
Desired Qualifications
- Advanced degree preferred
- Previous experience in an academic or healthcare environment
- Demonstrated experience managing and forecasting complex budgets
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.
Working Conditions
Routine extended working hours during peak cycles; travel to school/unit sites across the 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.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.
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