via Workday
$55K - 90K a year
Manage fiscal operations, supervise financial services, and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
Bachelor's degree required with seven years in accounting or budgeting; MBA and CPA preferred.
Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary Responsible for assisting the Chief Administrative Officer in directing the fiscal operations of the Department/Program. Provides management and administration of the financial and business operations of the Department and each of its Divisions. Direct supervision of the Department’s accounts payable, financial reporting and budgeting/planning functions. Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Assists the Chief Administrative Officer in the direction of the fiscal operations of the department. Assists the Chief Administrative Officer in financial negotiations and on-going relations with the BJC Hospitals and WashU Medicine. Assists Director, Chief Administrative Officer and Manager of Clinical Support Services with projects and prepares ad hoc reports as needed. Provides executive-level summary of fiscal activities and financial forecasts for the department and each of its divisions. Manages Human Resources issues, e.g. selection/discharge, interviews, development, employee relations, performance issues/evaluations, etc. Manages the preparation and analysis of the income and expense activities of the department and its divisions. Reports on the financial activities and the available funds for the department at the clinical section, research lab, division, and department levels. Oversees reconciliation of the department’s internal financial reports to Medical School reports and systems. Tracks and reports on the activities of the department’s endowment and specific purpose funds. Manages the maintenance of records related to the faculty book and travel funds, investigator start-up funds, and discretionary funds. Manages preparing, submitting, and consolidating the strategic plan, financial reports, budgets, and four-year plans for the department and its divisions. Serve as liaison to the Joint Office of Strategic Planning and the Medical School’s finance, budget and planning offices. Coordinates the development of budgets and faculty compensation plans for the clinical divisions. Directly supervises the department’s financial services team, including the secretary, accounts payable clerk, financial analyst, and senior financial analyst. Develops and recommends policies and procedures regarding the department’s fiscal operations. Develops, implements, and monitors appropriate internal controls to safeguard the department’s assets. Controls authorizations to Workday system, including payroll, grants, and financial access. Monitors compliance with departmental and external policies, regulations, and guidelines for the department’s fiscal operations. Responsible for tracking and reporting expenses related to the management and support services provided to BJC Hospitals. Monitors receipts from Hospitals related to department services and the lease of departmental space. Determines and evaluates the accuracy of the Medical School revenue and expense allocations to the department. Working Conditions: Job Location/Working Conditions Normal office environment Physical Effort Typically sitting at desk or table Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement (PC Typing) Equipment Office equipment The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree Certifications/Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license is required for this position. Work Experience: Accounting/Budgeting (7 Years) Skills: Not Applicable Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position. More About This Job WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles. Preferred Qualifications Education: M.B.A. - Master of Business Administration Certifications/Professional Licenses: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - American Institute of Certified Public Accountants , Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Skills: Academic Administration, Computer Applications, Confidentiality, Deadline Management, Detail-Oriented, Health Care, Interpersonal Communication, Oral Communications, Stress Management, Workload Prioritization, Written Communication Grade G14 Salary Range $75,200.00 - $128,800.00 / Annually The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ. 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All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening. Benefits Statement Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more! Family We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered. 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This job posting was last updated on 3/11/2026