University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent in related field. Four years related experience in a financial or related field. JOB DESCRIPTION: To perform complex financial analysis and to provide supervisory guidance in a fiscal group of the Medical Branch. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: This position will play a key role in overseeing the financial aspects of a number of research Centers and Institutes. This will include oversight of a diverse array of fund sources including both institutional funds as well as sponsored awards from state, federal, foundation, and industry fund sources. May function as a team lead to coordinate, prepare and analyze complex financial and operational reports, financial statements, scorecards, metrics, benchmarks, budgets, and financial forecasts. Performs advanced analysis of historical and projected financial and operational data to provide leadership information to make relevant financial decisions. Coordinates the preparation of information to support developing trends that will inform forecasts and management decision making. Identify and utilize technology and best practices to ensure continuous process improvement . Performs quality assurance functions of financial data and statistical information . Serves as a mentor to other Financial Analysts . Remains current with and progressively learns industry trends, analytical techniques and appropriate financial systems necessary to complete. essential job functions . Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure . Performs related duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES: Possesses an advanced knowledge financial regulations and compliance requirements specific to sponsored research (e.g., Uniform Guidance, NIHgrants policy statement, CPRIT grants policy). Possesses an advanced knowledge and understanding, with progressive development, of financial statements and relationships, analytical techniques, operations, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, practices, and procedures Progressive development of the ability to analyze/evaluate data Must possess excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively work and communicate with individuals at all levels of the institution Progressive learning in regards to decision making responsibility with minimal guidance Strong organizational and planning skills Effective problem solving skills Demonstrates a high degree of professionalism EXTERNAL RELATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT Actively participates with Business and Finance colleagues in completing initiatives, goals and priorities Develops productive relationships with UTMB personnel across campus while accomplishing institutional objectives PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: CPA and/or Masters’ Degree in Business or related field is preferred. Experience in post-award grants management is desirable. SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with experience. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.