University of Washington
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - BUDGET & FINANCE
University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Req #: 240112
Department: HUSKY HEALTH CENTER
Job Location Detail: Possible hybrid
Posting Date: 10/23/2024
Closing Info: Closes On 11/06/2024
Salary: $13,333 - $14,000 per month
Shift: First Shift
Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230701_a11y.pdf)
As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Husky Health Center (HHC) at the University of Washington has an outstanding job opportunity for an Associate Director (AD) for Budget and Finance. This position provides vision, leadership, and strategic planning for a critical service on the UW Seattle campus. The AD-Budget and Finance is a senior financial leader in the organization and reports directly to the Executive Director.
The AD-Budget and Finance is a financial professional with extensive experience in sophisticated business operations, and possesses the full range of accounting, budgeting and financial analysis, and the strategic and leadership skills necessary to direct the budgetary vision for HHC. The AD-Budget and Finance will work closely with the Executive Director and other leaders in HHC and Student Life, to provide recommendations for resource alignment to achieve strategic goals.
The AD-Budget and Finance oversees an annual operating budget of approximately $16M and fosters an environment of teamwork and collaboration to support the mission and vision of the Executive Director and HHC. In addition, the AD will promote flexible and effective processes and resources to identify opportunities for alternative solutions to complex financial challenges. On an ongoing basis, the AD-Budget and Finance interprets policies and regulations, develops and implements internal financial controls; utilizes various financial sources wisely; oversees the production of complex financial reports and projections, and provides advice and guidance to the Executive Director and leadership of HHC. Considerable efforts are devoted to working with financial and management staff to analyze production, review expenses, and determine shared costs.
ABOUT HUSKY HEALTH CENTER
Husky Health Center, located on the UW Seattle Campus, is an AAAHC-accredited outpatient facility that provides a broad range of healthcare services. Our mission is to provide comprehensive health care for a diverse campus community to promote lifelong well-being, achievement, and resilience. As part of a large, urban university, Husky Health exists within an ecosystem of student-facing units and collaborates intensely with various stakeholders.
UW employees impact lives on campus and offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities, and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. This has allowed the UW to be nationally recognized as a “Great College to Work For” for five consecutive years.
Husky Health embraces diversity as a core value and commits to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We honor global, multicultural perspectives and uphold social justice values. We respectfully engage in difficult conversations about equity, privilege, and unconscious bias. Applicants from marginalized communities and those who have demonstrated commitment to caring for patients from underserved communities are particularly encouraged to apply.
Husky Health Center is an essential service of the University of Washington and remains open during UW closures for severe weather, natural disasters, or other emergencies. All HHC staff members are considered essential employees and are expected to report to work as usual in such events.
UW employees enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description, please visit our website ( https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/ ).
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES – 60%
Under delegated authority from the Executive Director, the AD-Budget and Finance is responsible for:
Developing the annual, departmental and unit budgets, and all related materials, for HHC
Providing monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to the Executive Director and the Executive Team on the financial health and performance of HHC
Overseeing the financial management of self-sustaining operations, including rate development as appropriate
Direct and oversee the management and accounting function of multiple source budgets
Participates in senior-level budget discussions and decision-making on the HHC Executive Team Facilitates financial and resource allocations between HHC and the Office of Planning and Budget
Develop targeted and specific financial analyses, strategic plans and projections, and reporting for all HHC budgets
Responsible for establishing and maintaining sound financial administration practices and fiscal health for HHC
Adhere to the applicable rules, regulations, and policies related to the financial operations of a healthcare facility
Develop strong and effective relationships with various other business officers, administrators, executives and financial personnel throughout the UW.EXTERNAL COLLABORATION - 20%
Collaborate with Student Life and UW Medicine leadership
Use a consultative management approach and sound judgment to direct and advise on effective resource management
Establish approaches to allow transactions to be performed easily and efficiently, while proactively keeping people informed regarding the status of resources affecting their departments
Serve as the primary point of contact for HHC for the UW Financial Transformation Initiative
Manage and oversee the medical billing process and revenue cycle in collaboration with various components of UW Medicine
Work closely with the Executive Director to prepare and present the annual request for funding from the Services and Activities Fee Committee.HHC BUSINESS OFFICE MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISION – 20%
Directly supervises HHC’s finance, billing, coding, and accounting personnel.
Represents the HHC business office on the Executive Team and Operations Team
Directs and advises business office staff on budgetary, personnel, and resource allocations to ensure HHC goals and objectives are achieved.
Oversees the supply chain and inventory management of HHC, working with the Director of Operations to ensure adequate par values are maintained while minimizing unnecessary overstock and waste.
Reviews and approves all discretionary spending for travel, food, clothing, and other items in collaboration with the Executive Director to ensure compliance with university and state rules and regulations and adherence to good budgeting principles.
Collaborates with the Director of Operations to develop and maintain internal and external agreements, MOUs, and contracts between HHC and other entities.
Provides leadership to business office staff that promotes flexible, transparent accounting processes and effective use of resources, and identifies opportunities for alternative solutions.
Demonstrates exceptional negotiating skills to maximize the benefit and return-investment of student funds used for procurement and outside contracting.
Facilitates financial and resource allocations within HHC, ensuring accurate records of transactions, invoices, deliveries, purchase orders, and all appropriate journal entries into Workday are completed by business office staff.
Other duties as required. CORE COMPETENCIES
Possess extensive experience in financial management
Demonstrated ability to think strategically, analyze data, produce clearly articulated reports and projections, and financial forecasts
Ability to work under stressful situations, changing priorities and often overlapping deadlines
Anticipate, recognize and resolve problems
Be responsible and accountable
Detailed oriented; excellent organizational skills
Maintain a positive, optimistic and success-oriented attitude MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, management, or a related field, plus 5 years of progressively responsible positions in management.(A combination of education and experience demonstrating an advanced level of competence may suffice in place of the requirements of a degree.) Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Effective leadership and excellent communications skills
Demonstrated experience managing and supervising a diverse team
Demonstrated experience in business management, financial analysis, and long-term planning
Ability to effectively represent the Executive Director in discussions about HHC’s budget and finances
Experience working with centralized personnel and financial systems.
Demonstrated experience in analyzing and presenting financial information originating from multiple large-volume sources
Strong data management skills
Demonstrated experience using advanced spreadsheet, database, and other technology applications for financial and administrative purposes
Working knowledge of financial planning, accounting, reconciliation and monitoring of expenditure cycle times, spending patterns and forecasting DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Certification as a CPA or an advanced degree in business or accounting.
Experience with using Workday.
Knowledge of UW systems and policies, especially related to budgets, payroll/HR, procurement, and travel.
Experience working in a health care, or higher educational setting Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Department: HUSKY HEALTH CENTER
Job Location Detail: Possible hybrid
Posting Date: 10/23/2024
Closing Info: Closes On 11/06/2024
Salary: $13,333 - $14,000 per month
Shift: First Shift
Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230701_a11y.pdf)
As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Husky Health Center (HHC) at the University of Washington has an outstanding job opportunity for an Associate Director (AD) for Budget and Finance. This position provides vision, leadership, and strategic planning for a critical service on the UW Seattle campus. The AD-Budget and Finance is a senior financial leader in the organization and reports directly to the Executive Director.
The AD-Budget and Finance is a financial professional with extensive experience in sophisticated business operations, and possesses the full range of accounting, budgeting and financial analysis, and the strategic and leadership skills necessary to direct the budgetary vision for HHC. The AD-Budget and Finance will work closely with the Executive Director and other leaders in HHC and Student Life, to provide recommendations for resource alignment to achieve strategic goals.
The AD-Budget and Finance oversees an annual operating budget of approximately $16M and fosters an environment of teamwork and collaboration to support the mission and vision of the Executive Director and HHC. In addition, the AD will promote flexible and effective processes and resources to identify opportunities for alternative solutions to complex financial challenges. On an ongoing basis, the AD-Budget and Finance interprets policies and regulations, develops and implements internal financial controls; utilizes various financial sources wisely; oversees the production of complex financial reports and projections, and provides advice and guidance to the Executive Director and leadership of HHC. Considerable efforts are devoted to working with financial and management staff to analyze production, review expenses, and determine shared costs.
ABOUT HUSKY HEALTH CENTER
Husky Health Center, located on the UW Seattle Campus, is an AAAHC-accredited outpatient facility that provides a broad range of healthcare services. Our mission is to provide comprehensive health care for a diverse campus community to promote lifelong well-being, achievement, and resilience. As part of a large, urban university, Husky Health exists within an ecosystem of student-facing units and collaborates intensely with various stakeholders.
UW employees impact lives on campus and offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities, and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. This has allowed the UW to be nationally recognized as a “Great College to Work For” for five consecutive years.
Husky Health embraces diversity as a core value and commits to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We honor global, multicultural perspectives and uphold social justice values. We respectfully engage in difficult conversations about equity, privilege, and unconscious bias. Applicants from marginalized communities and those who have demonstrated commitment to caring for patients from underserved communities are particularly encouraged to apply.
Husky Health Center is an essential service of the University of Washington and remains open during UW closures for severe weather, natural disasters, or other emergencies. All HHC staff members are considered essential employees and are expected to report to work as usual in such events.
UW employees enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description, please visit our website ( https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/ ).
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES – 60%
Under delegated authority from the Executive Director, the AD-Budget and Finance is responsible for:
Developing the annual, departmental and unit budgets, and all related materials, for HHC
Providing monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to the Executive Director and the Executive Team on the financial health and performance of HHC
Overseeing the financial management of self-sustaining operations, including rate development as appropriate
Direct and oversee the management and accounting function of multiple source budgets
Participates in senior-level budget discussions and decision-making on the HHC Executive Team Facilitates financial and resource allocations between HHC and the Office of Planning and Budget
Develop targeted and specific financial analyses, strategic plans and projections, and reporting for all HHC budgets
Responsible for establishing and maintaining sound financial administration practices and fiscal health for HHC
Adhere to the applicable rules, regulations, and policies related to the financial operations of a healthcare facility
Develop strong and effective relationships with various other business officers, administrators, executives and financial personnel throughout the UW.EXTERNAL COLLABORATION - 20%
Collaborate with Student Life and UW Medicine leadership
Use a consultative management approach and sound judgment to direct and advise on effective resource management
Establish approaches to allow transactions to be performed easily and efficiently, while proactively keeping people informed regarding the status of resources affecting their departments
Serve as the primary point of contact for HHC for the UW Financial Transformation Initiative
Manage and oversee the medical billing process and revenue cycle in collaboration with various components of UW Medicine
Work closely with the Executive Director to prepare and present the annual request for funding from the Services and Activities Fee Committee.HHC BUSINESS OFFICE MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISION – 20%
Directly supervises HHC’s finance, billing, coding, and accounting personnel.
Represents the HHC business office on the Executive Team and Operations Team
Directs and advises business office staff on budgetary, personnel, and resource allocations to ensure HHC goals and objectives are achieved.
Oversees the supply chain and inventory management of HHC, working with the Director of Operations to ensure adequate par values are maintained while minimizing unnecessary overstock and waste.
Reviews and approves all discretionary spending for travel, food, clothing, and other items in collaboration with the Executive Director to ensure compliance with university and state rules and regulations and adherence to good budgeting principles.
Collaborates with the Director of Operations to develop and maintain internal and external agreements, MOUs, and contracts between HHC and other entities.
Provides leadership to business office staff that promotes flexible, transparent accounting processes and effective use of resources, and identifies opportunities for alternative solutions.
Demonstrates exceptional negotiating skills to maximize the benefit and return-investment of student funds used for procurement and outside contracting.
Facilitates financial and resource allocations within HHC, ensuring accurate records of transactions, invoices, deliveries, purchase orders, and all appropriate journal entries into Workday are completed by business office staff.
Other duties as required. CORE COMPETENCIES
Possess extensive experience in financial management
Demonstrated ability to think strategically, analyze data, produce clearly articulated reports and projections, and financial forecasts
Ability to work under stressful situations, changing priorities and often overlapping deadlines
Anticipate, recognize and resolve problems
Be responsible and accountable
Detailed oriented; excellent organizational skills
Maintain a positive, optimistic and success-oriented attitude MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, management, or a related field, plus 5 years of progressively responsible positions in management.(A combination of education and experience demonstrating an advanced level of competence may suffice in place of the requirements of a degree.) Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Effective leadership and excellent communications skills
Demonstrated experience managing and supervising a diverse team
Demonstrated experience in business management, financial analysis, and long-term planning
Ability to effectively represent the Executive Director in discussions about HHC’s budget and finances
Experience working with centralized personnel and financial systems.
Demonstrated experience in analyzing and presenting financial information originating from multiple large-volume sources
Strong data management skills
Demonstrated experience using advanced spreadsheet, database, and other technology applications for financial and administrative purposes
Working knowledge of financial planning, accounting, reconciliation and monitoring of expenditure cycle times, spending patterns and forecasting DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Certification as a CPA or an advanced degree in business or accounting.
Experience with using Workday.
Knowledge of UW systems and policies, especially related to budgets, payroll/HR, procurement, and travel.
Experience working in a health care, or higher educational setting Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.