University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Information Strategy and Services

Job Title: Financial Operations Analyst OPEN Rank Professional Intermediate thru Senior

Position #: 00821682 – Requisition #: 33376

Job Summary:

Does this describe you?

A person who is passionate about contributing to effective and efficient financial operations, including the delivery of procurement services to our department. A relationship builder who enjoys learning about business operations and collaborating with other staff to help an organization grow and thrive. Someone who supports and empowers an environment with innovation and good ideas.

We are looking for a Financial Operations Analyst to lead procurement and AP processes for a growing technology department. If you have exceptional interpersonal skills and procurement experience along with a passion for engaged co-creation with peers, then we want to know more about you.

This exciting opportunity gives you the chance to:

• Bring your expertise in procurement and accounts payables for the purpose of optimizing ISS purchasing processes, with a focus on streamlining the whole purchase and payment lifecycle as well as promoting good procurement processes and awareness
• Build relationships with other departmental management staff, focused on understanding needs along with opportunities for improving processes
• Partner with other financial staff in developing key financial performance tools and share them with departmental stakeholders
• Become part of a department where inclusiveness and culture are valued

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Analysis:

• Working as a member of the ISS Finance team, apply critical thinking and solution-finding skills to resolve fiscally related inquiries from finance staff by querying financial systems, analyzing written documentation, and working with contacts in the Procurement Service Center
• Investigate and identify inaccuracies in financial data, propose solutions to correct process or documents and prepare journal entry submissions to correct those inaccuracies.

Purchasing:

• Assists with planning and executing the day-to-day operations of the purchasing processes. Includes determining priorities among many various competing projects and timelines. Facilitates communication and setting expectations among all involved parties to ensure accurate completion of assigned tasks.
• Acts independently to analyze complex transactions and payment activity to determine whether they follow contractual regulations, terms and conditions, policies and procedures. Understands impact of purchasing, accounts payables and related transactions on the financial statements for ISS.

Accounts Payables:

• Completes invoice payment verification from the ISS department staff, ensuring valid and accurate justification for invoice payments
• Approves invoice payments based on appropriate verification, ensuring proper documentation, invoice information, PO alignment as well as correct payment against funding sources

Performance Metrics:

• Assists in the collection of metrics related to purchasing and accounts payables based on data available for the purchasing function in ISS Finance, using Marketplace and other university data as needed
• Assists in additional performance analytics efforts as they are needed

Work Location:

Hybrid – This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment. AMC OIT strives for a high-flex work environment, meaning although this role can predominately be executed effectively with a remote schedule, there may be instances where in-person meetings and/or activities are needed. There is no minimum or prescribed in-person requirement. The work schedule will be based around core working hours in Colorado Mountain Time.

Why Join Us:

In Information Strategy and Services (ISS) we emphasize six key principles that

connect our teams and ensure our success:

• Curiosity- Explore beyond our own experience.
• Compassion- Be empathetic to understand our customer and community needs.
• Collaboration- Partner well beyond our space.
• Commitment- Be dedicated to service excellence and follow-through.
• Competence- Know our craft and be committed to continuous improvement and learning.
• Confidence- Be empowered and assured to represent our customers and their needs.

We value our team members and strive to achieve work life balance, inclusivity, and a FUN working environment. Click HERE to view testimonials from the Office of Information Technology employees about why they enjoy working for OIT! OIT is a subdivision of ISS.

We work to advance the University mission by providing innovative technology solutions and services to the CU Denver | Anschutz Medical Campuses, their constituents, and partners.

Active investment in our culture and our people is foundational in developing and delivering service excellence. To cultivate a people centric workplace, we do the following:

• Invest in inclusive leadership to promote belonging and integrate DEI into daily operations
• Focus on employee wellness
• Provide effective coaching and foster continuous learning & development
• Offer flexible work arrangements when possible
• Click here to find out more about OIT’s Culture

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:

Professional

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting or closely related field
• Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.
• 1 or more years of finance and professional business operations experience

Senior Professional

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting or closely related field
• Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.
• 3 or more years of finance and professional business operations experience

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

Professional

• Master’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting or closely related field
• Complex purchasing experience and accounts payable experience including: contract review and negotiation, purchasing of IT-related goods or services requiring consideration of multiple factors before proceeding with purchase
• Higher education experience at a professional financial operations level
• Demonstrated data analysis skills and knowledge using Excel, database or PowerBI

Senior Professional

• All of the above plus:
• 3 years complex purchasing experience and accounts payable experience including: contract review and negotiation, purchasing of IT-related (or other complex) goods or services requiring consideration of multiple factors before proceeding with purchase

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Curiosity, motivation, and a desire for continuous learning
• A belief that strong relationships are key to success
• A self-starter with a can-do attitude
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal problem-solving skills
• A collaborator with a focus on providing solutions based on the requirements and necessary outcomes of those whom we serve

How to Apply:

We value the thoughts you put into a Cover Letter and would like to see your

• Resume, and List of References. For full consideration, please submit the following

document(s):

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

Questions should be directed to:

ISS Human Resources at

iss-humanresources@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $55,884 - $75,000.

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.