Financial Analyst

Overview

Reporting to the Assistant Director Budget & Finance in OMCP, the position is responsible for advanced budgeting, financial and analytical functions. Independently responsible for the tracking and allocation of complex funding sources and providing crucial resource, operating and forecasting analyses. Responsible for the annual budgeting process. Responsible for rate recharge analyses, providing expert recommendations to leadership for the short and long range strategic planning of core and self-supporting activities, and submitting rate recharge proposals to the campus Rate Recharge Review Committee for approval.

Independently perform special high-level analytical and forecasting projects. Act in a professional capacity possessing a high level of knowledge and recognized expertise. Apply experienced skills to address and evaluate business needs, challenges, and complex issues to ultimately provide recommended solutions and support their implementation. Make recommendations to OMCP Leaders in addressing potential problems. Manages fiscal closing and coordinates activities with departments.

• Advanced budgeting, financial and analytical functions.
• Tracking and allocation of complex funding sources; providing resource, operating and forecasting analyses.
• Lead annual budgeting process and rate recharge analyses; provide recommendations for short- and long-range planning.
• Submit rate recharge proposals for approval and manage special high-level analytical projects.
• Support leadership with problem evaluation and implementation of recommended solutions.
• Manage fiscal closing and coordinate activities with departments.
• Apply professional expertise to address business needs and complex issues; demonstrate judgment in selecting methods and techniques.

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
• Thorough knowledge of finance policies, practices, and systems; strong fiscal planning and analysis and budgetary systems.
• Proven ability with spreadsheet and database software for complex financial analysis and reporting; proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities; ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines; strong organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present information clearly.
• Ability to perform independent financial modeling, resource planning and budgetary oversight for a diverse set of programs.
• Ability to work well in teams; experience leading and participating in cross-functional teams.
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to identify sensitive issues and work with confidential documents with discretion and diplomacy.
• Knowledge of internal controls and their impact on protecting resources.

• DOJ/FBI background checks and clearances required prior to employment.
• May be required to work occasional nights and weekends, including during fiscal year-end.
• May be required to travel.

Annual Full Pay Range: $79,200 - $143,400 (will be prorated if appointment percentage is less than 100%). Hourly equivalent: $37.93 - $68.68. The hiring pay scale is the budgeted salary or hourly range the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The annual full pay range may be broader due to internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements.

The position offers a hybrid work schedule (combination of onsite and remote work).

UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected status. The UC San Diego Principles of Community describe the working and learning environment the university strives to foster.

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