Business Services Professional, Finance and Operations (Senior to Principal)

Job Summary:

The Department of Psychiatry (DOP) seeks a Finance and Operations Professional to assist within the Adult Division of Psychiatry across several large programs, including Adult Community Practice, Johnson Depression Center, and University of Colorado Hospital Authority (UCHA) services including inpatient, consultation/liaison, CeDAR, psychiatric emergency (CDU2), and integrated psychology.

Other routine financial responsibilities will include 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), productivity reporting and analysis, and related fin ops activities.

Key Responsibilities:

General Operations 40%:

• Partner with UCHA medical directors, clinical director of all DOP UCHA services, and DOP leadership on operations and scheduling for UCHA services. Provide oversight and guidance for day-to-day operations impacting trainees and faculty performing services at UCHA (e.g., hiring, HR, compensation, moonlighting, holiday coverage, extra work for extra pay), ensuring compliance and efficiency.

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with financial, operational, and medical/clinical leaders at UCHA to advocate for Psychiatry, represent Psychiatry services at UCHA, and lead alignment of Epic templates to cFTE at UCHA.

• Represent DOP and advocate in essential UCHA meetings, including but not limited to CeDAR operations and Inpatient Psychiatry operations

• Financial Processes 60%:

• Direct monthly forecasts and reconciliations for the UCHA contract across service models and validate against realized actuals in CU Medicine books. Provide analysis and recommendations to leadership.

• Provide budget development for large, complex programs spanning multiple funding sources (CU Medicine, Advancement endowment gift funds, current expendable funds, state funds, and campus-supported programs). Ensure alignment with organizational priorities.

• Oversee monthly budget and forecasting for services in the Johnson Depression Center across diverse funding streams (endowment, auxiliary, general fund, grant, and CU Medicine funds).

• Manage and provide expert oversight for pre- and post-award activities on approximately 20 grants within the Johnson Depression Center and UCHA services, ensuring compliance and optimizing funding strategies.

• Oversee and approve Adult gift card programs, act as Approving Official (AO) for PCard expense report reviews, and ensure accuracy in financial transactions. Process JEs, PETs, funding changes, contract tracking, payment processing, and reconciliation, establishing best practices and controls.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

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.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options

• Dental: Multiple plan options

• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

• Holiday Days: 10/year

• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Senior Professional or Principal Professional based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Senior Level:

• A bachelor's degree in business administration, business, finance, accounting, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.

• Two or more years of professional experience in business, finance and/or accounting administration.

Principal Level:

• A bachelor's degree in business administration, business, finance, accounting, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.

• Four (4) years or more of professional level experience in operational, business, and finance/accounting management in a healthcare setting

A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One (1) or more years of experience with the Epic electronic health record

• MBA/MPH/MHA from an accredited institution

• Experience working in an academic healthcare institution

• Experience with healthcare revenue cycle processes

• Experience using CU programs (Smartsheet, HCM, PowerBI, MyBi CU Marketplace, Concur Travel & Expense) or similar programs

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• 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.

• Ability to use multiple financial software packages and understand complex financial information from multiple sources.

• Ability to create financial forecasts referencing a range of expected possibilities.

• 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: Samantha Martin, Recruitment Specialist

Samantha.2.martin@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 12/06/2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Senior Level: $62,000 - $74,784

Principal Level: $71,000 - $86,001

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.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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.

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.