Finance Specialist (7709U) - 72010

Finance Specialist (7709U) - 72010About BerkeleyAt the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature.We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities.Departmental OverviewOne of the nation's leading university museums, the University of California, Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA) is a forum for cultural experiences that transform individuals and advance the local, national, and global discourse on art and film. As the premier visual arts venue at America's top public research university, BAMPFA is uniquely dedicated to art and film in equal measure, presenting more than 300 hundred film screenings, dozens of public programs, and more than fifteen exhibitions annually.Position SummaryThe Finance Specialist is a key partner in achieving BAMPFA's mission and vision by maximizing our income mix for the financial health and sustainability of the museum across multiple departments within the organization. This position's role is to be a strong detail-oriented individual contributor who understands museum operations and clearly communicates key findings to stakeholders across the organization. The Finance Specialist brings their interest in both details and big picture concepts to communicate financial performance compared to budget, short-term and long-term business performance in their areas of responsibility, and other financial analysis as needed. This position reports to the Senior Manager of Budget & Finance.Custom ScopeBAMPFA Seeks to hire a Finance Specialist with a focus on grants management, income analysis, fund allocation, and general reporting. The Finance Specialist will support the financial integrity of the organization by managing federal, state, and private funds as well as earned income, endowments, and campus support in accordance with sound accounting principles. The Finance Specialist will report to and work closely with the Senior Manager of Budget and the Business Services Associate and will also work with staff across the organization. This position resolves a wide range of accounting and finance issues across BAMPFA.ResponsibilitiesFund Accounting : Tracks fund actuals and allocates expenses throughout the fiscal year. Responsible for allocating revenues and expenses in a manner that maximizes resources.Income Management : Oversees the income mix for BAMPFA including earned income, endowments, current use funds, campus support, and grants.Grant Accounting and Controls : Manages pre-award and post award contract and grant accounting including compliance with regulations, terms and conditions, financial management and reporting.Reporting : Creates regular reporting for Senior Manager of Budget and Finance, including weekly fund balance reports and monthly General Ledger reports.Income Analysis : Creates monthly reports on income analysis and works closely with income generating units.Staff Support : Provides guidance to less experienced team members on financial processing functions.Process Recommendations : Assesses and recommends changes as needed to ensure financial processes maintain compliance.Financial Regulation : Applies a wide variety of internal and external policies and regulations.Assisting : Assists the Senior Manager of Budget and Accounting as needed.Required QualificationsThorough knowledge of financial processes, policies and procedures.Strong proficiency in the use of spreadsheet and database software.Strong interpersonal skills, analytical skills, service orientation, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task.Experience with non-profit fund accounting and fiscal management of grants.Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.Salary & BenefitsThis is a 100% full-time (40 hrs a week) exempt career position, which is paid monthly and eligible for UC Benefits. The budgeted salary rate that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $80,400.00.How to ApplyTo apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.Other InformationThis is not a visa opportunity.This position is eligible for up to 40% remote work.Conviction History BackgroundThis is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities.Equal Employment OpportunityThe University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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