Finance Analyst 2
Job Summary This opportunity is for approximately six months. Includes optional medical benefits, holiday pay, sick leave accrual and vacation accrual.
The UCSF Department of Ophthalmology is one of the leading ophthalmology departments in clinical care, training, and research nationwide. The Department of Ophthalmology is one of the largest recipients of federal grant funds among peer departments. We are ranked 2nd in overall National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding in the country. Additionally, we have been the #1 recipient of the Research to Prevent Blindness funding nationwide with nearly $1.2 million granted in a single year. Overall, the Department has a wide-ranging portfolio of 60 active research grants.
Provides support to department/staff/faculty:
- Processes reimbursement requests/reports and payment requests
- Functions as cash-handling backup support
- Sets up new vendors in BearBuy
- Back-up custodian of Capital Equipment list, related financial documents and statements
- Processes stipend requests, honoraria and meal allowance
- Processes requests for speedtypes and project IDs
- Post-award support (carry forward request, OS documents, Personnel reports, FRC reports etc.)
- Other financial transaction processing as needed
Under general supervision, provides analytical support for simple to moderate financial, or resource analysis projects:
- Maintains allocation accounts and division chart of accounts, and related business processes;
- Reconciles general ledgers through GLV; reviews and processes vendor contracts, submits invoices, catering orders, and payment requests,
- Functions as Bearbuy buyer and voucher approver
Gathers and analyzes financial and / or resource data; prepares and summarizes information:
- Maintenance of ad hoc financial reports, statements and databases
Prepares basic financial and resource reports and / or analysis for internal department constituents:
- Prepares ad hoc analysis and reports for CAO, Director of Finance, and other stakeholders under supervision and guidance of senior finance staff
Ensures that the appropriate internal controls are addressed, maintained and strengthened to protect University resources:
- Reviews and confirms information in the Award Verification Tool are ready for PI approval and certification
- Processes PeopleSoft journals and other requests
- PayConnex reviewer
Applies financial concepts to process, review, and approve financial transactions:
- Submits payroll changes, salary cost transfers in UCPath
- Processes billing to UC affiliates, clinical study and other departments
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search (https://tcs.ucop.edu/non-academic-titles) Please note: An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role. For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html Department Description UCSF's Temporary Employment Program (TEP) recruits and hires temporary employees for immediate clerical and technical support services to UCSF Departments and various off-campus locations. UCSF departments deploy temporary employees to work on special projects, fill in for regular employees who are on vacation or leave, or to temporarily fill a vacant position during recruitment. Frequently temporary employees become successful candidates for career and limited appointment positions. Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
- Working knowledge of finance policies, practices, and systems.
- Ability to gather reasonably retrievable information to organize and perform basic financial analysis assignments.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing clearly and concisely.
- Demonstrated ability using spreadsheet and database software for moderately complex financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills at all levels within the unit; excellent service orientation and critical thinking skills; and attention to detail. Demonstrated ability using organizational skills to multi-task in a high-volume environment.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
- Ability to function as a member of a team.
- Proven competency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Ability to function both effectively as a member of a team as well as independently and with minimal supervision.
- One (1) or more years of related work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong interpersonal skills, analytical skills, service orientation, active listening, critical thinking, attention to detail, ability to multi-task in a high-volume environment; strong organizational skills, effective verbal and written communication skills, sound judgment and decision making.
- Intermediate knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources.
- Proficiency with UCSF systems such as BearBuy, MyExpense, or related systems.
- Prior work experience in academic medical environment.
About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Job Code and Payroll Title 004754 FINANCIAL SVC ANL 2 CX Job Category Accounting / Finance, Administrative Support, Support Services, Temporary Employment Bargaining Unit Teamsters Local 2010 - Clerical and Allied Services Unit (CX) Location San Francisco, CA Additional Shift Details 40 hrs per week |
University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health
sick time
Jan 16, 2025