Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

This position provides high-level financial management and support to senior leadership via project management in the financial, operational, and academic areas of the assigned School. Projects may be high profile and require accuracy, scrutiny, confidentiality, and tight deadlines. Works with management in support of the overall strategy.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Manages overall communications, data collection and submission of various reporting mechanisms governing accreditation including the full site evaluation with site visit and self-study every tenyears. Prepares and enters faculty profile data and fiscal section data.
• Manages assigned area's operating budget and develops/provides financial management reporting. Monitors performance against budget, develops/ prepares monthly budget reports. Plans the use of income from endowment funds and gift funds. Approves HR/Payroll transactions; reviews pay sheets to ensure proper payment and sourcing of all faculty, staff and students; approves Payroll Cost Transfers to correct payroll transaction errors.
• Works closely with the schoolâ™s departments in developing annual budget projections/projection models and three-year budget forecasts. Develops and manages revenue models; forecasts financial activity based on known patterns and strategic objectives. Defines funds for new program initiatives, assures departments and programs fully understand strategic objectives, funding specifications and restrictions. Implements new budget programs as approved by senior administration.
• Monitors various revenue streams and receivables and proactively addresses financial concerns based on performance. Revenue streams include, but are not limited to: All student tuition accounts. Joint programs. Endowments, alumni gifts and scholarship gifts.
• Works with CFU Financial Services team to conduct year-end closing, process closing entries and transactions, prepare quarterly reporting and variance analysis and explanations for year-to-year and actual-to-budget comparisons; meets with department leadership to discuss and devise strategies to address potential problems.
• Manages financial performance, operations and accounts receivable; develops processes to support business activity. Reconciles tuition and remission.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant, Master of Business Administration, or equivalent a plus.
• Accounting/finance experience in a complex university environment.
• Experience in report writing, Cognos, Workday enterprise systems, HR system.
• Database experience.
• Organized and have strong analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, and project management skills.
• Ability to lead and build relationships/credibility/consensus to achieve goals and maintain appropriate confidentiality - a true team player.
• Ability to meet deadlines with varying degrees of pressure.
• High degree of initiative; ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.

Required Qualifications

Bachelorâ™s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, economics or related field and five years of professional experience in accounting/budget/finance or MBA or MS in Finance or related field and three years of professional experience. in accounting/budget/finance.

Grade

G13

Salary Range

$64,700.00 - $110,500.00 / 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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