Association of Academic Museums & Galleries.
Finance Specialist – University of California, Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific
Association of Academic Museums & Galleries., Berkeley, California, United States, 94709
Finance Specialist – University of California, Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA)
Finance Specialist (7709U) – #72010One 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 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. This position resolves a wide range of accounting and finance issues across BAMPFA.ResponsibilitiesTracks 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. Ensures income is being funneled into the appropriate fund and tracked accordingly.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 schedules conversations with stakeholders on the state of BAMPFA’s current and expected income.Staff Support:
Provides guidance to less experienced team members on financial processing functions.Process Recommendations:
Assesses and recommends changes to ensure financial processes maintain compliance with federal and state requirements.Assisting:
Assists the Senior Manager of Budget and Finance as needed, and other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsThorough knowledge of financial processes, policies, and procedures.Strong proficiency in the use of spreadsheet and database software.Ability to function effectively as a member of a team.Thorough knowledge and understanding of internal control practices.Experience with non-profit fund accounting and fiscal management of grants.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Bachelor’s degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.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 that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $80,400.How to Apply (Job #72010)1. Copy and paste the link to access the UC Berkeley careers site:
UC Berkeley Careers Site2. Sign In to access your account or if you are not an existing user select the New User link to create one.
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Finance Specialist (7709U) – #72010One 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 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. This position resolves a wide range of accounting and finance issues across BAMPFA.ResponsibilitiesTracks 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. Ensures income is being funneled into the appropriate fund and tracked accordingly.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 schedules conversations with stakeholders on the state of BAMPFA’s current and expected income.Staff Support:
Provides guidance to less experienced team members on financial processing functions.Process Recommendations:
Assesses and recommends changes to ensure financial processes maintain compliance with federal and state requirements.Assisting:
Assists the Senior Manager of Budget and Finance as needed, and other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsThorough knowledge of financial processes, policies, and procedures.Strong proficiency in the use of spreadsheet and database software.Ability to function effectively as a member of a team.Thorough knowledge and understanding of internal control practices.Experience with non-profit fund accounting and fiscal management of grants.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Bachelor’s degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.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 that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $80,400.How to Apply (Job #72010)1. Copy and paste the link to access the UC Berkeley careers site:
UC Berkeley Careers Site2. Sign In to access your account or if you are not an existing user select the New User link to create one.
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