Department Purpose

Job Summary

POSITION INFORMATION

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Maneuver boxes of files weighing up to 25 lbs. Prolonged sitting and use of keyboard.
• Computer and Peripheral Equipment - constantly
• Sitting – constantly
• Up to 25 Pounds (Light) – Occasionally

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This position includes a hybrid-remote working environment.
• Work flexible schedule to meet operational needs.
• Restricted vacation during the fiscal close from mid-May to early July.

• The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Experience:

• Strong financial and business management skills and experience to perform extensive in-depth budgetary and financial analyses including long- range projections, forecasting, and variance and trend analysis to facilitate planning and decision-making. Skills to provide a complete range of financial services for contract and grant management activities.
• Experience using Microsoft Office suite for spreadsheets, word processing and financial, personnel and research database systems with a thorough knowledge of advanced Excel financial management features.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

• Critical thinking and analytical skills to independently anticipate/identify problems, perform thoughtful, detailed research to resolve such problems, and propose strategic creative, logical solutions.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles with diverse fund restrictions and fund accounting.
• Strong mathematical skills to accurately calculate, manipulate and evaluate large volumes of data related to budgetary and financial activities.
• Excellent attention to detail in reviewing, compiling, analyzing and presenting data and in composing written communications, with focus on accuracy, spelling, grammar, consistency of format and professionalism.
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively and professionally with a diverse group of people in order to clarify complex technical, conceptual and policy issues and help address questions/resolve problems. Advanced time management, multitasking, organizational, conceptual and planning skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Education/Experience:

• Personnel management experience including staffing resource assessment, recruitment, training and development, work assignment, supervision, team building and conflict resolution.
• Experience working in a university setting. Knowledge of current UC and campus standard business policies and practices, including budget, accounting, financial administration, extramural activities, student financial aid) and systems (e.g., Kuali, UC Path, AggieBudget/AggieEnterprise and FIS-Decision Support). Ability to learn new systems as required.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

• Knowledge of University budgetary cycle and experience with fiscal close.
• Knowledge of University gift acceptance and endowment management processes.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.

The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve.

We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here.

As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.