Financial Analyst Program Manager

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The School of Dental Medicine (SDM) has an opening for a Financial Analyst Program Manager. Under the direction of the Associate Dean for Finance, Budgets, and Special Projects this position serves as the primary financial analyst for all units within SDM. The role coordinates with finance team members to gather financial, operational, and accounting data and conducts complex analyses of the school’s financial health. This position serves as the first point of contact for department chairs, administrators, the Dean, and the Strategic Leadership Team, providing financial reporting, forecasting, and guidance. Additional responsibilities include developing reporting tools and overseeing purchasing and travel processes, including training and support for departments. We are seeking an experienced, collaborative professional who is communicative, detail-oriented, organized, proactive, able to think critically, quality-focused, and committed to continuous growth. The position is located at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, though hours may vary depending on business needs.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in business administration, business, finance, accounting, or a directly related field from an accredited institution Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.
Four (4) to Six (6) years of professional level experience in finance, US GAAP accounting, financial and/or budgetary experience.
Demonstrated experience working with Microsoft Excel and/or Power BI.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Ability to analyze, interpret, and evaluate a broad range of laws, rules, and regulations in order to exercise good judgment in application of school, campus, and university fiscal policies and processes.
Ability to manage financial accounting information systems, processes, and policies.
Ability to analyze financial and accounting information to identify as well as correct variances.
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality while working with sensitive information.
Ability to take initiative with daily work activities and collaborates to create a positive effect on team performance.
The ideal candidate for this position will be a detail oriented, ability to prioritize, excellent time management skills, and can work independently and/or collaboratively.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications (i.e., excel, PowerPoint, word, forms, TEAMS) and the ability to learn and experiment with new software and systems.

Nice To Haves

A master’s degree in business administration, business, finance, accounting, or a directly related field from an accredited institution
Three (3) or more years of experience working in an academic medical institution, or affiliated medical organization in finance and/or accounting.
Eight (8) years of professional level experience in finance, accounting, US GAAP financial and/or budgetary experience.
Two (2) years of experience working with Microsoft Excel and/or Power BI.
Financial and accounting experience in an higher education, public sector, and/or non-profit sector with progressive responsibilities
Working knowledge of university administrative and fiscal policies and procedures and campus/organizational structures.

Responsibilities

Monitor/analyze accounts receivable for SDM departments; review contract compliance, prepare invoices, and process various payments (i.e., current, aging, outstanding).
Investigate and reconcile finance and accounting variances and discrepancies, in collaboration with university campus personnel, and external vendors to ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), school and university fiscal policies and procedures.
Monitor/Analyze school funding accounts (e.g., speed types) for accuracy and propose to management appropriate changes.
Prepare analyses of financial, budget, and accounting data and reports for senior level decision-makers on financial projections, school policies, and processes.
Meet with department chairs, administrators, and other leadership positions to present, explain, navigate, and advise on all financial manners for each unit and department.
Develop learning and development opportunities for SDM individuals to learn and understand finance, budget, and accounting variances and discrepancies.
Investigate and reconcile budget variances and discrepancies, in collaboration with university campus personnel, and external vendors to ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), school and university fiscal policies and procedures.
Prepare/Propose budget and general ledger journal entries in the PeopleSoft Financial system; Assess, determine, and prepare appropriate journal entries (i.e., revenues, receivables, expenditures, and interdepartmental transfers, cost transfers).
Identify and make recommendations to SDM Finance & Budget leadership to improve workflows and protocols.
Independently prepare and communicate various internal financial statements, reports, and special analyses to department and school stakeholders.
Independently prepare analyses of financial, budget, and accounting data and reports for senior level decision-makers on financial projections, school policies, and processes.
Monitor/analyze school procurement card submissions for appropriate approvals, transactions, and provide training and guidance in accordance with the university and school’s policies and procedures. Ensure the timely processing of expenditure reports.
Monitor/analyze school travel request submissions for appropriate approvals, transactions, and provide training and guidance in accordance with the university and school’s policies and procedures. Ensure the timely processing of expenditure reports.
Monitor purchases under $10,000 to ensure accurate account codes, speed types, and allowability of purchases and spending.
Coordinate the purchasing process for recurring standing purchase orders and multi-year agreements.
Collaborate with internal departments, vendors, and university campus personnel to confirm/audit receipt of merchandise and services before approving invoices.
Oversight of the school’s operating expense encumbrances.
Review and approve requisitions for the school’s clinical needs.
Participate in Inventory Audit and capital equipment designation for school
Develop learning and development opportunities for SDM individuals to learn and understand the university and schools’ policies and procedures as it relates to procurement and purchasing.
Identify and make recommendations to SDM Finance & Budget leadership to improve workflows and protocols.