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University of California-Berkeley

Financial Analyst (7710U) - #72176

University of California-Berkeley, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709


Job ID:

72176Location:

Main Campus-BerkeleyFull/Part Time:

UnspecifiedAbout 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. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.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. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners.Departmental OverviewBiosciences Divisional Services (BDS) supports the Departments of Integrative Biology (IB), Molecular & Cell Biology (MCB) and Neuroscience (NEU) in the Division of Biological Sciences. Together, these three departments form one of the largest academic research units at UC Berkeley.Position SummaryThis position resides within Bioscience Division Services (BDS) and reports to the Financial Manager. The Financial Analyst provides financial administration and senior-level analysis for the departmental finance unit, including operational, discretionary, gift funds and program grants for MCB, IB, and BDS. Involves developing, interpreting and implementing financial concepts for financial planning, resource planning, and control of organizational budget.ResponsibilitiesApplies advanced professional concepts to perform complex technical analysis to understand past performance and determine present and future performance and/or resource allocations.Gathers and applies data from multiple financial systems to create complex financial models that measure the financial strength of departments and of programs.Develop realistic financial projections that show best case, worst case, and intermediate scenarios that senior leadership can utilize in order to make informed decisions.Systems and Software: At an expert level, uses various campus systems and software to accomplish assigned tasks and goals.Responsible for providing analytical support for highly complex budget, financial, and resource projects dealing directly with major department managers and/or outside constituents.Gathers, analyzes, prepares, and summarizes recommendations for complex financial and/or resource plans.Conducts complex data analysis of new programs/departments and provides recommendations on the implementation of financial structures.Reviews and approves advanced financial transactions.Coordinates the gathering of budgetary and resource requirements information during planning stages, such as the annual budget process.Performs complex financial or resource research and studies for both internal department and external constituents.May lead a team of less experienced analysts.Serves as liaison with internal and external constituents.Required QualificationsAdvanced knowledge of finance policies, practices, and systems.Ability to identify, collect, and analyze information from multiple sources.Advanced ability to effectively present complex finance related information both verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner.In depth ability to use multiple spreadsheet and database software tools to gather information for specialized, complex financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports.Advanced interpersonal skills at all levels within the organization; advanced service orientation and critical thinking skills; and attention to detail.Advanced 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 or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $98,600.00 - $117,000.00.How to ApplyTo apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.Other InformationThis is not a visa opportunity.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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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