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Overview
Financial Analyst (7709U) 81024 role at Inside Higher Ed. This position is described with responsibilities, qualifications, salary range, and application instructions. Responsibilities
Provide analytical support for highly complex budget, financial, and resource projects for the Sociology Department, Demography Department, and the Berkeley International Study Program (BISP). Direct, initiate, design and provide analytical studies, summary reports and background materials for campus or department stakeholders for financial and/or resource plans, including annual resource allocation approaches, trended future requirements, operating forecasts, sources and uses, etc. Generate, modify, and conceive new financial or other resource reports, strategic planning and modeling, analysis and forecasting of staff/faculty salary budgets, campus awards, gifts, or endowments. Make recommendations for maximizing financial or other resource outcomes. Work closely with the Manager to anticipate and plan for short-term and long-range financial needs. Determine most effective strategies to respond to budget reductions or allocations of new funds. Provide operational fiscal oversight of the departments\' annual expenditures of approximately $14M. Monitor spending to prevent cost overrun. Monitor financial activities in all departmental funds, including campus awards, endowments and other gifts. Manage and track Executive Vice Provost and Chancellor, College of Letters and Science and department commitments. Request allocations, monitor spending, and update central database accordingly. Review campus grant budget proposals; review campus terms and conditions of awards to ensure sound administration of funds; monitor fund balances; advise faculty on policies, procedures, deadlines, and other requirements; provide financial reporting to faculty and Chairs; handle all close-out activities. Respond to requests for data from Manager, Department Chairs, BISP Director, the College of Letters and Science, and other relevant campus units. Provide reporting of data that will be entered into CalPlanning by the College. Provide regular financial reporting to Department Chairs, Manager, BISP Director, and faculty, including detailed analysis of financial data as requested. Perform highly complex financial or resource research and studies for both internal department and external campus constituents. Maintain a sound and comprehensive understanding of business and financial policy and campus fund allocation guidelines. Ensure that all financial transactions are executed in accordance with university policy, A-21 contract/grant guidelines, specific contract/grant requirements, endowment restrictions, and GAAP. Maintain the unit\'s chart of accounts in alignment with campus guidelines such that proper financial and budgetary record-keeping, and clear, efficient and readily-accessible financial reports are ensured. Coordinate all fiscal closing activities, ensuring deadlines are met and the unit\'s accounts close in accordance with the university\'s Deficit Resolution policy. Other Professional Activities
Business Process Design and Implementation for Sociology and BISP: analyze and design processes, test and implement systems, document workflows, and train staff on policy changes. Business and Financial Operations for Sociology and BISP: manage accounts payable, oversee complex financial transactions, advise on policies, process funds transfers, and assist with payroll-related cost transfers. Serve as Backup to Sociology\'s Manager in Financial and Budgetary Functions; lead the unit\'s financial services team; assist with recruiting and training. Required Qualifications
Thorough knowledge of financial processes, policies and procedures. Thorough knowledge of financial data management and reporting systems. Strong proficiency in the use of spreadsheet and database software. Strong interpersonal and analytical skills, service orientation, active listening, critical thinking, attention to detail, ability to multi-task in a high-volume environment, organizational skills, and effective verbal and written communication; sound judgment and decision making. Ability to function effectively as a team member and adapt to changing priorities. Thorough knowledge of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources. Leadership skills to provide guidance, coaching and mentoring to professional and support staff. Bachelor\'s degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Salary & Benefits
This is a full-time career position. This position is eligible for the full range of UC Benefits. The budgeted salary range is $82,800 – $107,000 annually. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. How To Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter. Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. For reference, the job opening can be found on the UC Careers site. Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com. All rights reserved.
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Financial Analyst (7709U) 81024 role at Inside Higher Ed. This position is described with responsibilities, qualifications, salary range, and application instructions. Responsibilities
Provide analytical support for highly complex budget, financial, and resource projects for the Sociology Department, Demography Department, and the Berkeley International Study Program (BISP). Direct, initiate, design and provide analytical studies, summary reports and background materials for campus or department stakeholders for financial and/or resource plans, including annual resource allocation approaches, trended future requirements, operating forecasts, sources and uses, etc. Generate, modify, and conceive new financial or other resource reports, strategic planning and modeling, analysis and forecasting of staff/faculty salary budgets, campus awards, gifts, or endowments. Make recommendations for maximizing financial or other resource outcomes. Work closely with the Manager to anticipate and plan for short-term and long-range financial needs. Determine most effective strategies to respond to budget reductions or allocations of new funds. Provide operational fiscal oversight of the departments\' annual expenditures of approximately $14M. Monitor spending to prevent cost overrun. Monitor financial activities in all departmental funds, including campus awards, endowments and other gifts. Manage and track Executive Vice Provost and Chancellor, College of Letters and Science and department commitments. Request allocations, monitor spending, and update central database accordingly. Review campus grant budget proposals; review campus terms and conditions of awards to ensure sound administration of funds; monitor fund balances; advise faculty on policies, procedures, deadlines, and other requirements; provide financial reporting to faculty and Chairs; handle all close-out activities. Respond to requests for data from Manager, Department Chairs, BISP Director, the College of Letters and Science, and other relevant campus units. Provide reporting of data that will be entered into CalPlanning by the College. Provide regular financial reporting to Department Chairs, Manager, BISP Director, and faculty, including detailed analysis of financial data as requested. Perform highly complex financial or resource research and studies for both internal department and external campus constituents. Maintain a sound and comprehensive understanding of business and financial policy and campus fund allocation guidelines. Ensure that all financial transactions are executed in accordance with university policy, A-21 contract/grant guidelines, specific contract/grant requirements, endowment restrictions, and GAAP. Maintain the unit\'s chart of accounts in alignment with campus guidelines such that proper financial and budgetary record-keeping, and clear, efficient and readily-accessible financial reports are ensured. Coordinate all fiscal closing activities, ensuring deadlines are met and the unit\'s accounts close in accordance with the university\'s Deficit Resolution policy. Other Professional Activities
Business Process Design and Implementation for Sociology and BISP: analyze and design processes, test and implement systems, document workflows, and train staff on policy changes. Business and Financial Operations for Sociology and BISP: manage accounts payable, oversee complex financial transactions, advise on policies, process funds transfers, and assist with payroll-related cost transfers. Serve as Backup to Sociology\'s Manager in Financial and Budgetary Functions; lead the unit\'s financial services team; assist with recruiting and training. Required Qualifications
Thorough knowledge of financial processes, policies and procedures. Thorough knowledge of financial data management and reporting systems. Strong proficiency in the use of spreadsheet and database software. Strong interpersonal and analytical skills, service orientation, active listening, critical thinking, attention to detail, ability to multi-task in a high-volume environment, organizational skills, and effective verbal and written communication; sound judgment and decision making. Ability to function effectively as a team member and adapt to changing priorities. Thorough knowledge of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources. Leadership skills to provide guidance, coaching and mentoring to professional and support staff. Bachelor\'s degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Salary & Benefits
This is a full-time career position. This position is eligible for the full range of UC Benefits. The budgeted salary range is $82,800 – $107,000 annually. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. How To Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter. Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. For reference, the job opening can be found on the UC Careers site. Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com. All rights reserved.
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