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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: School of Medicine, Dean’s Office

Job Title: Finance & Accounting Open Rank (Intermediate – Principal Professional)

Position: #812843 – Requisition: #30748

Job Summary:

As a member of the School of Medicine Finance Team, this position collaborates with School, Department, and Center leadership on various projects, providing direct budgetary, financial, and operational advice and impact. 

At the principal level, this role is expected to provide subject matter expertise and direction to department finance personnel in the performance of their duties. Provides training and guidance to department contacts on completing various financial projects administered by the Dean’s Office. Facilitates budgeting process for SOM Dean’s Office Shared Services groups.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsibilities at the Intermediate & Senior Level: 

• Collaborating with School of Medicine leadership on a wide range of budgetary and financial projects, including the biannual salary setting process, working with administrators on deficit resolution and advising, reconciling and reporting across fund types.
• Contributing to a variety of cross-functional projects and initiatives, including partnering, collaborating and providing direction to internal and external stakeholders and partners on financial management, administration, and operations.
• Developing and communicating a variety of reports and presentations to program leaders and stakeholders.
• Conducting general financial activities, including but not limited to: journal entries/budget journal entries, payroll expense transfers, and account reconciliation.
• Contributing to the collection, analysis and preparation of annual national and University surveys.
• Participating in budget development, MOU execution and monthly financial analysis and review for the School of Medicine’s programs and initiatives (Shared Services, General Appropriation funding, School of Medicine commitments, etc.) 
• Partnering with the CU Advancement Office and SOM departments on stewardship of gift funds.

Responsibilities at the Principal Professional level: In addition, to the duties above, positions at this level are expected to…

• Acts as a financial subject matter expert and provides direction to department finance personnel in the performance of their duties.
• Hire, train and supervise student employees.
• Provide guidance on completing various financial projects (Axiom, budget submissions, survey completion) to department contacts.

Facilitates budgeting process for SOM Dean’s Office Shared Services groups.

This is not a comprehensive list of duties, as the dynamic nature of the SOM Dean’s Office provides continual opportunity for contributions to ad-hoc reporting and initiatives.

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 2-3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

Joining the School of Medicine Finance team within the SOM Dean’s Office is a rewarding opportunity to directly participate and support initiatives that advance the SOM missions: Education, Research, Patient Care, Community Service. As a member of the SOM Finance Team, you will collaborate with School, Department, and Center leadership on important projects, providing direct budgetary, financial, and operational impact. You will have the opportunity to leverage your existing background and skillset, while gaining new experiences and along the way. Seize this opportunity to deepen your knowledge of CU SOM finances, contribute to impactful projects/initiatives, while helping colleagues along the way!

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Intermediate Professional:

• A bachelor’s degree in business, business administration, finance, accounting, healthcare administration, public administration, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
• Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis.
• One (1) or more years of professional finance, accounting, or related experience.

Senior Professional:

• A bachelor’s degree in business, business administration, finance, accounting, healthcare administration, public administration, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
• Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis.
• Two (2) or more years of professional finance, accounting, or related experience.

Principal Professional:

• A bachelor’s degree in business, business administration, finance, accounting, healthcare administration, public administration, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
• Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis.
• Three (3) or more years of professional finance, accounting, or related experience.
• Experience serving as a resource for others in a variety of financial matters.

All Levels - Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Four (4) or more years of experience in a financial role within a university, on an academic medical campus or within a healthcare institution.
• Extensive experience with University and CU Medicine financial systems such as PeopleSoft Finance, AX, M-fin reporting.
• Experience with Oracle Peoplesoft/HCM.
• Experience using business intelligence reporting tools.
• Experience in the development of all-funds budgets, and strategic contributions to enhancing budgeting processes.

Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to promote an environment of teamwork, collegiality.
• Demonstrated high ethical and professional standards.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and interpersonal problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized with ability to plan, organize, and maintain multiple projects.
• Ability to evaluate, analyze, and interpret vast amounts of data.
• Expert level proficiency with Excel.
• Ability to effectively join, lead or manage collaborative working groups.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Brian Slentz, brian.slentz@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by August 18, 2023

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting hiring range for this position has been established as:

Intermediate: $46,672 - $62,540

Senior: $50,546 – $67,611

Principal: $58,024 - $77,753

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program. 

Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References Job Category

Finance and Accounting

Primary Location

Aurora U0001 -- DENVER & ANSCHUTZ MED CAMPUS - 20029 - SOM-DEAN DO ADMINISTRATION

Schedule

Full-time

Posting Date

Aug 1, 2023

Unposting Date

Ongoing Brian Slentz brian.slentz@cuanschutz.edu 00812843

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