Details

Open Date 02/13/2024

Requisition Number PRN37693B

Job Title Financial Management Analyst

Working Title Financial Management Analyst

Job Grade F

FLSA Code Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Weekdays

VP Area U of U Health - Academics

Department 00256 - Surgery Administration

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range 47600 to 90400

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Job Summary

As part of the Department of Surgery Administrative and Financial team, this position will be instrumental in developing and implementing policies, programs and financial objectives for the Department and its ten Divisions in relation to accounting and finance functions, including (but not limited to) financial analysis and reporting, general accounting, payroll, and cost accounting.

Participates in preparing department budgets and enacting Department and Division goals.

Academic research financial management will be a major area of responsibility for this position.

Responsibilities

1. In coordination with the Administrative Director and members of the Administrative and Financial Team, develops plans and implements financial objectives for assigned Divisions consistent with the University’s goals and objectives.2. Significant efforts in preparation and analysis of financial data and reporting of financial and operational information to team, Department, and Divisions.3. Brings creativity, motivation, flexibility, and strong work ethic.4. Develops and manages Divisions’ budgets, projects budgetary requirements for special projects and initiatives.5. Establishes good working relationships with Department Chair, Division Chiefs, Faculty and Staff for assigned divisions.6. Understands the clinical operations, management, and financial components of assigned divisions.7. In coordination with the research director and other financial team members, develops and manages research budgets for internal and external funding.8. Coordinates the month-end financial management process , including but not limited to journal entry processing, reconciliations, and reporting.9. Implements and administers new and existing Department/Division programs and services to internal and external customers. Evaluates program effectiveness.10. Participates in the development and interpretation of Department/Division polices to ensure compliance with the University’s policies and regulatory requirements. Ensures compliance with Federal and state regulations.11. Establishes internal objectives and implements procedures to meet goals. Assists in setting Department/Divisions short and long-term goals.12. Facilitates cooperative and collaborative relationships with the divisions, SOM Dean’s Office, SVPHS Office, University Hospital, and other departments.13. Serves as part of the Department Administrative and Financial Team.

Problem Solving

The problems and solutions encountered by this position vary depending on the area and structure of the department. This position frequently addresses problematic situations and often acts a mediator or a negotiator. A major task for this position is to understand the needs of individuals and determine what products and services should be provided to meet those needs.

Comments

The incumbent must be proficient in making daily operational decisions in assigned areas to ensure compliance of current regulations and guidelines.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.

Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Accounting, Finance or related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) and four years of progressively more responsible management analyst experience; and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Previous work experience in an academic health care setting.

Previous work experience in an academic medical school setting.

Master’s degree in Business Administration or related area.

Adaptable to the “continuum of change” in the health care environment.

Type Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

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