Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the financial operations of a set of departments including 1) Financial reporting and analysis, budgeting and forecasting 2) Compliance with University, Federal, International, and other requirements, regulations and policies, 3) Transaction approval and oversight 4) Internal Controls 5) Liaison and resource for department directors and managers regarding budget and financial issues.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Reporting and Analysis.
• Prepare financial reporting packages for area directors and department managers, analyzing and highlighting significant budget and year over year variances.
• Serve as primary contact for area directors and department managers, providing requested information, resolving issues and providing guidance and direction of the financial impact of new initiatives.
• May hold monthly meetings with faculty to discuss issues/initiatives in their areas with budgetary impacts.
• Work with area personnel to prioritize expenditures and identify opportunities for savings to meet unanticipated needs without exceeding their annual budget.
• Determine reporting needs and create customized user reports for departments that are tailored to their specific operational needs. Remain current in new applications to ensure effective and efficient delivery of information.
• Analyze income and expenses, make investigations, assemble data and prepare projections and reports for planning and decision making. Process journal entries and budget adjustments for restricted and unrestricted accounts as necessary. Incorporate data and ideas in formal and/or informal reports, providing recommendations for problem issue resolution as appropriate.
• Budgeting and Forecasting.
• Provide assistance to business director in developing their annual departmental budgets. Ensure departmental budgets adhere to the Schoolâ™s parameters and recommendations for the School-wide annual budget and resolve any discrepancies or deviations from the established recommendations.
• Prepare the annual report package for submission to leadership team. Provide summarized and detailed reports on historical, current and projected activity and footnote significant variances.
• May assist with entry and balancing of the departmentsâ™ budgets in the Schoolâ™s budget workbook and also manage submission and balancing of the departmentsâ™ budgets into the Universityâ™s Reporting and Planning System.
• Provide day-to-day oversight of financial transactions for assigned departments. Research discrepancies and deviations from University or School policies and communicate with key department personnel.
• Approve unrestricted and restricted non-payroll financial transactions for assigned departments.
• Provide training to department personnel on University and School systems, policies and procedures.
• Perform document processing functions as needed.
• Managing Restricted Funds â“ maintain records, reporting and budgeting for restricted funds including gifts, endowments, scholarships, grants and contracts.
• Work with University Central Finance Operations including but not limited to: School Accounting, Financial Aid, Alumni and Development, Gift Accounting, Payroll and Human Resources, Tax, Accounts Payable. Other Duties as assigned.
• Assists with estimate and year end activities.
• Manages the glassware washing recharge center.
• Responsible for all payroll accounting (sourcing) and payroll accounting adjustments.

Working Conditions

• Primarily remote position.
• Assists with office coverage when needed.
• Normal office environment, typically working at desk or table, repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement.
• Uses office equipment and ability to move to on, and off-campus locations as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant or Master of Business Administration and five years of experience.
• Prefer experience in an academic environment and knowledge of fund accounting. Prefer experience with Washington University Financial/Administrative Information System, CRM, Quickbooks, Focus/Web-Focus, Cognos/RAPS and Hyperion Enterprise.
• Self-motivated individual with the ability to work independently. Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving and accounting skills in addition to excellent communication organizational and interpersonal skills. Must have excellent customer service skills. Demonstrated ability to use discretionary judgment and maintain confidentiality in working with financial and budget information. Ability to work with a variety of people (i.e. faculty, staff, students, other University contacts, etc.).
• High degree of initiative; ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.

Required Qualifications

An undergraduate degree in accounting or related field with three years of professional accounting experience.

Grade

G11

Salary Range

$50,500.00 - $86,200.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? Weâ™ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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