Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Demonstrated experience in financial management and financial operations.
• Excellent analytic, written and communication skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with people at all levels of the organization.
• Must be well organized, flexible, and able to manage multiple issues simultaneously.
• Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate a collaborative work style with excellent project management, problem solving and presentation skills.
• Advanced expertise in the use of spreadsheets, databases, and ad hoc query tools and other financial applications is expected.

EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required
• Minimum of 7 years' relevant work experience
• Supervisory Experience

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in an office setting
• Most of the office follows a hybrid work schedule. Work options for this role will be discussed during the interview process.

Position Description
The Office for Finance and Administration in the Office of the President and Provost seeks to add a dynamic and experienced Manager/Assistant Director to its Finance and Administration team to support the University leadership priorities and the work of all units in the OPP portfolio which includes CADM units, as well as interfaculty initiatives and other large organizations that provide University-wide services such as the Art Museums, the Library, the Press, and the American Repertory Theater to name a few. The ideal candidate will enjoy working with a variety of stakeholders, disciplines, and organizations with unique roles at the University.

• The Assistant Director of Budgets and Financial Analysis, under general direction from the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis, analyzes and evaluates quarterly results, operating budgets, and multi-year financial plans and is responsible for compliance and risk management functions for a portfolio of OPP Units.
• Serves as lead advisor to Unit heads, managers and their staff on a day-to-day basis. Provides special analyses, actionable recommendations, and multi-year financial plans as needed. Manages financial inquiries and data requests
• Leads the annual budget process, including development and/or improvement of effective data gathering procedures and working materials
• Monitors current year budget to actual results, analyzes and presents findings. Designs, produces, and disseminates budget reports
• Facilitates budget updates throughout the fiscal year, including ad hoc updates (ensuring proper approvals in place)
• Conducts reviews of funding availability to inform decision-making. Initiates analyses at own discretion and elevates requests or questions to various audiences. Synthesizes findings and determines short- and long-term ramifications for all stakeholders
• Manages day-to-day financial and accounting activities including monitoring corporate card usage, payments to vendors, processing reimbursements, and journal entries among others.
• Ensures that all financial activities are timely, accurate, and compliant with funding guidelines, and University policies and procedures.
• Manages the accounting for all inter-institutional awards and payments, ensuring compliance with donor guidelines.
• Provides financial information for fundraising purposes and restricted funds as requested.
• Serves as the liaison between OPP Finance and Administration, OPP units, CADM Finance and Administration, and Schools departments as needed.
• Serves as a contributor to quarterly and year-end closing processes and distribution of quarterly reports
• Develops ad-hoc reporting for use in financial planning; conducts analyses to respond to strategic requests with actionable recommendations
• Supervises Financial Associate and may supervise other staff as needed.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.
Benefits
We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

Work Format Details
Harvard University supports a hybrid workplace model which will actively support some remote work. Specific days and schedules for on-site work and remote work will be discussed during the interview process. Please note hybrid workers must reside in a state where Harvard is registered to do business (CA, CT, GA, IL, MA, MD, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VA, VT, and WA).
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up to date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
About Us
The office is responsible for supporting the President, Provost and EVP in pursuing OPP's finance, administration, and academic planning objectives and directs the strategy and implementation of financial and organizational plans across all functions, ensuring compliance with university financial and human resources polices. As part of the President and Provost's administrative and operations staff, the Finance & Admin office support senior leadership in carrying out key responsibilities, by working with a wide range of clients that

• Foster interfaculty collaboration
• Improve Harvard's performance in building a diverse pipeline of scholars and in developing scholars at all stages of the academic career ladder.
• Advance university-wide approaches to compliance and research policy
• Support University cultural and artistic entities and projects
• Oversee and coordinate the University's international activities.
• Support faculty, students, and academic professionals in advancing innovations in teaching and learning; and
• Oversee activities pertaining to intellectual property, technology transfer, research collaborations with industry, and trademark licensing.