Principal Finance Analyst - Job at University of California

Principal Finance Analyst

Irvine, CA

Posted 14 days ago

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Job Description

Job Opening ID: 67968

Reports To: Director of Finance

Working Title: Principal Finance Analyst

Department: ICS DO Business Office

Bargaining Unit: 99

FLSA: Exempt

Payroll Job Code: 007710

Job Location: UCI Campus- Irvine

Percent of Time: 100%

Work Schedule: 8-F, M-F

Employee Class: CAREER

Position Summary:

The Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences (ICS) at UC Irvine. As the only computing-focused school in the University of California system, the Bren School is a unique place for study, research, and collaboration. Our three departments Computer Science, Informatics, and Statistics, and four professional master programs incorporate a broad range of curricular and research interests across the informational and computational sciences.

The incumbent is independently responsible for monitoring accounts for Bren:ICS academic departments, coordinating use of graduate student funding, as well as serving as the primary financial management contact of all ICS graduate professional programs. Uses advanced professional concepts and organizational objectives to carry out complex analyses, develops and maintains expenditure tracking and forecasts, reconciles ledgers, and prepares financial reports. Exercises judgment in maintaining, evaluating, and updating internal procedure for the professional programs. Carries out effective communication on updated procedures, and regularly provides expertise guidance to department and program faculty and staff on policies, processes, and resources. Works with program faculty and staff to complete annual reports and reviews. Independently researches and creates complex and comprehensive financial analyses to the department and program leadership. Assists in fiscal closing activities, compliance, and coordination of financial operations with other campus units and external entities. Implements and maintains systems in accordance with University policies and procedures. Contacts are both internal and external to the department at all levels. Performs other duties as assigned. This position is hybrid schedule.

Total Compensation:

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $90,500.00 - $110,300.00 (Annual Salary). The Full Salary Range for the salary grade this position is assigned to is $90,500.00 - $169,700.00 (Annual Salary).

Department Website:

ics.uci.edu

Required:

7-8 years of experience or a combination of experience and education
Advanced degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
Advanced knowledge of finance policies, practices, and systems.
Ability to identify, collect, and analyze information from multiple sources.
Advanced ability to effectively present complex finance related information both verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner.
In depth ability to use multiple spreadsheet and database software tools to gather information for specialized, complex financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports.
Advanced interpersonal skills at all levels within the organization; advanced service orientation and critical thinking skills; and attention to detail.
In depth ability to use 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.
Advanced knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources.
Ability to manage multiple assignments, determine priorities, and meet challenging deadlines.
Experience with various fund account types. Knowledge of UCI policies and procedures.
Experience using UCI's Kuali Financial System (KFS), UCPath, and other systems.

Preferred:

Proficiency in MSO Office Suite, including Excel.
Proficiency in Google Workspace.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

Background Check and Live Scan
Legal Right to work in the United States
Vaccination Policies
Smoking and Tobacco Policy
Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
E-Verify
Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine 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.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu

Job Summary

Company

University of California - Irvine

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full Time

Required Experience

7 to 8 years