Senior Financial Analyst - Department of Surgery
University of Iowa Health Care is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst for the Department of Surgery to independently perform a broad range of complex accounting and financial analysis responsibilities to assure accurate, effective, and compliant organizational/department/unit operations.
Key Areas of Responsibility:
• Financial Oversight and Budgeting
o Prepare financial information for unit/departmental budget. May prepare financial reports for other units.
• Financial Reporting
o Complete complex recurring or non-routine reconciliations and reporting following pre-established processes. Provide and communicate financial information to department, college/division, and University administration. Develop complex financial and operational reports which require further analysis.
• Financial Analysis and Planning
o Perform complex non-routine financial and statistical analysis utilizing expert knowledge of financial systems. Develop proformas for financial planning.
• Compliance with Policies, Regulations, and Laws and Operational Oversight
o Advise units within college/division. Provide training to others. Recommend and assist in developing training solutions related to University policies. May contribute to implementation of policies and procedures. May perform external reporting requiring compliance with reporting standards.
• Transaction Processing
o Transaction processing is minimal but may result from analytical work and include review of initiated transactions.
• Leadership and Training
o Recommend and assist in the development and delivery of training solutions. May provide functional and/or administrative supervision for staff.
Percent of Time: 100%
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Location: UI Health Care Medical Center University Campus/Remote
Pay Grade: 4B Professional and Scientific Pay Structures | University Human Resources - The University of Iowa
Benefits Highlights:
• Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa.
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. For more information on benefits, please visit UI Health Care Benefits.
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Education Requirements
• A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Health Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field from an accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience Requirements
• 3+ years of experience in accounting, auditing, cost accounting, budget, and/or financial analysts.
• Experience gathering information from multiple data sources, understanding the context, and demonstrating detailed analytical skills with the ability to turn raw data into actionable information.
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in computer software applications.
Highly Desired Qualifications
• Knowledge of accounting and budgeting tools including Cayuse and eRA Commons.
• Knowledge of federal, state, local, and private funding agencies, policies, and regulations.
Desired Qualifications
• Knowledge of accounting and budgeting tools including: Peoplesoft, StrataJazz, GL Reporter, and Iowa Electronic Financial Reports (EFR).
• Knowledge of University accounting policy, procedure, and systems.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
Application Process: In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
This position is not eligible for university sponsorship for employment authorization.
For additional questions, please contact kiley-skay@uiowa.edu
The Department intends to hire one candidate from either the Financial Analyst (Req # 26001403) or Senior Financial Analyst (Req # 26001419) posting based on the qualifications of the successful candidate.
Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
