Director of Finance

University of California, Irvine•Irvine, CA

About The Position

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu. At UC Irvine's Gavin Herbert Eye Institute and Department of Ophthalmology, our faculty of internationally recognized physicians, surgeons and scientists provide highly specialized training to future ophthalmologists, access to leading-edge clinical trials as well as sight-saving treatments and therapies for virtually any eye disorder. Eye surgeons, stem cell researchers, geneticists, infectious disease specialists and engineers are working on technologies and treatments for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, corneal disease and cataracts as well as a vaccine to prevent eye and genital herpes infections. These efforts have vaulted UC Irvine School of Medicine into the top echelons of U.S. institutions receiving National Institutes of Health grants for vision research. Our goal is to spark innovation and continue to revolutionize patient care. Your Role on the Team Receives assignments in the form of objectives with goals and the process by which to meet those goals. Responsible for supervising the day-to-day unit activities. Normally directs a section or group of budget / financial / resources analysts. Oversees and participates in the most complex projects and deals directly with major department managers. Provides direction according to established policies and management guidance.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge of finance policies, practices and systems, budgeting and reporting techniques, accounting and bookkeeping.
Solid understanding of financial and resource planning concepts as well as how to control organizational budgeting.
Ability to prepare and present materials to internal and external constituents.
Extensive knowledge of human resource policies, practices, and planning.
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
Advanced skills in the use of spreadsheet and database software.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively across the organization at all levels.
Proven ability to deal with changing priorities and direct the work of others accordingly. Ability to multi-task.
Demonstrated ability to screen applications, interview candidates, and either make selection decisions or recommend individuals for hire.
Thorough knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources.
Client services oriented; has good listening, communication, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
Experience working in an academic medical setting.
Clinical practice management experience and be able to oversee complex billing and accounting systems.
Experience with financial, purchasing, personnel, and payroll systems.
Experience in managing clinical trials.
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
9-10 years of relevant work and management experience.
Prior supervisory experience required.