Finance Specialist (Entry – Senior Level)

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Finance Specialist (Entry – Senior Level) - 32690 

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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

School of Medicine | Department of Psychiatry

Job Title: Finance Specialist (Entry – Senior Level)

Position: #00820208 – Requisition: #32690

Job Summary:

The Department of Psychiatry (DOP) seeks a Finance/Accounting Professional to assist at the departmental level. The specialist will be crossed trained in both finance and revenue cycle. Finance responsibilities will include annual funding processes, budgeting, contracting processing/tracking, payment tracking, and finance processes internal to the University system such as Journal Entries (JEs) and Payroll Expense Transfers (PETs). Revenue Cycle responsibilities will include productivity reporting and analysis, ad hoc report pulls for medical/clinical/administrative directors, cross mapping processes and tracking, and working with the DOP partner’s at CUMedicine and internal partners.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Processing of JEs and PETs
  • Annual Funding processes
  • Participation in team meetings and divisional team meetings
  • Contract processing, tracking, and invoicing
  • Payment processing and tracking
  • ePER management at the direction of the Finance Manager
  • Monthly OIT tracking
  • Monthly productivity report pulls, analysis, and meetings with internal partners
  • Monthly participation in meetings with CUMedicine partners
  • Education of new clinical faculty/trainees of coding/billing

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 2-3 days per week on campus.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education, and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

The Department of Psychiatry is one of the largest units in the UCD-SOM and is comprised of 5 Divisions. The CU Department of Psychiatry sets the standard for Education and Training of leaders in psychiatry and mental health care, conducts ground-breaking Research that aims to eradicate suffering due to psychiatric and substance use disorders, provides ready access to state of-the-art mental health preventions and interventions across the continuum of care, and collaborates with the community and other key stakeholders to promote well-being among all Coloradans. We accomplish this vision in a manner that respects, values and advocates for the dignity and worth of each individual and family.

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, 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:

Entry Level:

  • A bachelor’s degree in business administration, business, finance, accounting, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
  • A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.

Intermediate Level:

  • A bachelor’s degree in business administration, business, finance, accounting, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
  • 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) year of professional level experience in business, finance and/or accounting administration.

Senior Level:

  • A bachelor’s degree in business administration, business, finance, accounting, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
  • 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) years of professional level experience in business, finance and/or accounting administration.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working in an academic and/or healthcare finance environment.
  • Experience using CU programs (Smartsheet, HCM, PowerBI, MyBi CU Marketplace, Concur Travel & Expense) or similar programs.
  • Experience working with students, staff, and faculty, within a higher education and/or academic medical environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally, including public speaking.
  • 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.
  • Ability to analyze, interpret, and evaluate a broad range of laws, rules, and regulations in order to support the department in maintaining appropriate fiscal policies and procedures.
  • Experience managing and handling sensitive and confidential information.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

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: Matt Johns, matthew.johns@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by March 1st, 2024. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as:

Entry Level: $42,888 - $54,553

Intermediate Level: $46,672 - $59,366

Senior Level: $50,456 - $64,180

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 accommodation 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. 

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References 

Job Category

: Finance and Accounting 

Primary Location

: Hybrid 

Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20278 - SOM-PSYCH GENERAL OPERATIONS 

Schedule

: Full-time 

Posting Date

: Feb 15, 2024 

Unposting Date

: Ongoing 

Posting Contact Name: Matt Johns 

Posting Contact Email: matthew.johns@cuanschutz.edu 

Position Number: 00820208

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