Financial Analyst 3

Job title: Financial Analyst 3 in Stanford, CA at Stanford University Company: Stanford University Job description: Learn about our array of employee benefits and what makes Stanford life unique.Areas of WorkTogether, we're working towards our collective future. Find your role by browsing our areas of work.☰Financial Analyst 3New Finance    8 hours ago Post Date    106491 Requisition #Apply for Job Share this Job Sign Up for Job AlertsThe Department of Biomedical Data Science (DBDS) in the Stanford University School of Medicine is a diverse, equitable, and inclusive group at the forefront of AI and precision health innovation. Our world-renowned faculty work on a variety of complex problems that create advancements in healthcare treatments and therapies.We are seeking a Financial Analyst 3 to join our finance team responsible for financial management of all DBDS accounts. This role will primarily oversee post award research administration functions of DBDS sponsored and non-sponsored awards and independently manage a high volume of faculty financial portfolios. Perform complex finance functions and/or activities with programmatic impact on the institution, requiring professional expertise and application of internal policies and systems and external regulations.This position is 100% remote eligible.Duties include:

• Perform highly analytical, complex finance and control functions; multi-dimensional and complex reconciliations and related analysis; prepare or review and approve complex transactions and higher-level dollar value transactions.
• Research and synthesize data; interpolate results from large amounts of data, identify trends in data, draw conclusions, develop solutions, present and implement recommendations, and create follow up analysis.
• Develop complex budget and forecasting scenarios, long-range planning and analyses for financial reporting and presentations; design and run ad hoc reports.
• Identify and resolve unique issues with substantial significance; recognize exceptions and conduct in-depth analysis using advanced technical knowledge and experience. Recommend and develop solutions that may require policy changes or the development of new processes; maintain broader organizational and university perspective in decision making.
• Review, design, and implement appropriate internal control programs, research new regulations, and implement approved changes. Manage compliance program for area of responsibility, interpret internal policy and external regulations, and create and/or review complex compliance reports.
• Lead and execute unit or cross functional projects and teams, make decisions regarding projects and programs affecting operational effectiveness, policies, or processes.
• Engage in continuous critical analysis of existing systems and processes; make recommendations to achieve greater efficiencies and improve internal controls. Define requirements, develop and implement complex test cases, perform testing and analyze results.
• Lead and support unit and organization strategy and change management initiatives.
• Provide training on new financial systems. Represent organization to client group(s) and external partners; serve as subject matter expert on matters that involve complex technical, financial, or subject matter expertise.
• Assess client and business needs and formulate recommendations to determine approach to managing and completing processes.

• - Other duties may also be assigned

The expected pay range for this position is $136,818 to $157,864 per annum.Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website ( ) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources at . For all other inquiries, please submit a .Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University's research mission.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proactive, detailed oriented self-starter with 7+ years of experience in post award financial management preferably in higher education.
• Familiarity with managing complex and multi-PI NIH and NSF awards and subcontracts.
• Able to perform variance analysis and complex financial projections.
• Advanced Excel and OBI skills.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):Bachelor’s degree and six years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

• Advanced proficiency in business applications, such as Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel.
• Advanced knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning and financial systems; internet and computer literacy.
• Knowledge of GAAP.
• Advanced professional communication skills, including ability to prepare materials for and clearly and effectively communicate information to internal and external audiences, client groups, and management.
• Strong project management skills and ability to contribute to or lead part of a multi-functional team.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

• Cardinal Curriculum I & II

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Constantly sitting.
• Frequently perform desk-based computer tasks, use telephone, writing by hand, sort/file paperwork.
• Occasionally stand/walk, lift/carry objects weighing 11-20 pounds.
• Rarely reach/work above shoulder.

• - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:Routine extended working hours during peak cycles; travel to school/unit sites across university.Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time
• Job Code: 4453
• Employee Status: Regular
• Grade: J
• Requisition ID: 106491
• Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible

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ResourcesResourcesEqual Opportunity and Disability AccommodationsConsistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a .Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. See ; .Equal Opportunity and Disability AccommodationsConsistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a .Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. See Expected salary: $136818 - 157864 per year Location: Stanford, CA Apply for the job now! Apply for this job