Position Summary
Reports directly to the SVP for Finance and CFO working closely with others within the Division of Finance to ensure financial systems run at optimal state of efficiency. Provides support for the Division of Finance with compliance of fiscal policies and procedures, basic training, administrator of Banner Finance system, and report writing. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Provide reports related to compliance requirements. Supervise others and lead the efforts for new system implementation and Banner initiatives. Provide project management for system implementation. Work collaboratively with finance staff to ensure documents are submitted timely for external audits. Perform reviews of Banner data elements and other systems as required to ensure compliance. Develop and initiate reports that would provide advance notice to the user for non-compliance. Review Banner reports daily to identify potential compliance issues and properly notify and follow-up to ensure resolution. Review general ledger control reports to report any out-of-balance conditions to AVP and Controller. Act as liaison between Information Technology staff and Finance to ensure implementation of required technology initiatives to increase efficiency. Responsible for and takes a lead role in all Finance technology initiatives to improve effective and efficient operations. Maintains and updates divisional and related departmental web sites. Assist departments in establishing criteria for reports and creates custom reports. Recommend Banner training for finance users. Develop training materials and provide technical and end-user training. Writes queries and convert to excel/access form, report etc. where appropriate to provide customized reports. Maintains accountability for completion of all report request; Ensures that all reports are stored in a central drive and available to appropriate users. Work with departments to determine and develop standard reports. Ensure the confidentiality of information. Ensure consistent practices are defined & rolled out across the post award management function (reconciliation, training and development, reporting). Ensure all functions (involved in the audit function) follow & maintain standard practices. Identify & drive innovations to enhance efficiencies and meeting deadlines. Drive process improvements to increase productivity. Deliver continuous Improvement through automations and quality via internal controls that yield clean audits. Other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS , AND ABILITIES REQUIRED : Requires advanced knowledge of accounting and internal controls; excellent verbal/written communication skills; strong planning and organizational skills; and proficiency with MS Office. Knowledge of federal and state financial regulations, and university financial policies and procedures. Knowledge of university and/or public auditing policies, standards, and procedures. Knowledge of accounting and accounts receivable principles, methodology, and practices. Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart information to a range of clientele and/or media sources. Ability to plan, organize, implement, and administer complex recordkeeping systems and procedures. Ability to write reports containing technical information. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment. Ability to identify and secure alternative funding/revenue sources. Knowledge of faculty and/or staff hiring procedures. Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management. Knowledge of software to quantify and illustrate complex financial reports, comparisons, impacts, and/or projections. Knowledge of financial/business analysis techniques. Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures. Knowledge of cashiering and cash management principles, systems, procedures, and standards. Outstanding interpersonal and community relations skills and the ability to communicate and work effectively within a diverse community. Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments. Employee development and performance management skills. Drive training and develop for Grant and Contracts accountants via workshops to identify process improvements, alignments to standards and make sure Associate Director follows-through with training. Ensure customer relations and quality control tactics are in line with standard and strategic plan. Deliver a best in class operational capability by continually improving service & productivities across customers. Drive standardization and optimization of Grants and Contracts business processes & incorporation of best practices. Lead or support customer workshops with regards to process improvement and innovation. Represent the regional Operations Standard. WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT : Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment. No or very limited physical effort required. No or very limited expo
Location: United States
Posted: Sept. 9, 2024, 9:45 a.m.
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