Finance Business Partner

* Develop and maintain forecasting and budgeting models.* Analyze financial performance and provide variance insights.* Prepare and present financial reports to leadership.* Support strategic decision-making through financial forecasting.* Partner with stakeholders to develop and manage annual budgets.* Monitor budget adherence and recommend adjustments.* Liaise with central finance and external partners.* Oversee invoicing, call payments, and compensation for partner programs.* Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.* Ensure compliance with reporting standards and timelines.* Lead grant and PI financial reporting, including start-up funds and sponsored projects.* Identify financial trends and areas for cost savings or revenue growth.* Implement improvement initiatives with operational teams.* Manage gift account projections and costing allocations.* Advise department leaders on financial performance and strategy.* Facilitate cross-functional financial discussions.* Provide training and resources to enhance financial literacy.* Lead and develop the Neuroscience Finance team.* Set performance goals and provide coaching.* Promote a collaborative and inclusive team environment.* Lead or support cross-functional financial projects.* Assist in policy development and updates.* Prepare for and support internal and external audits.* Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.* At least 5 years of progressive experience in financial planning, budgeting, or analysis.* Direct experience managing sponsored project and research grant funding.* Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.* Excellent organizational and analytical skills.* Other duties as assigned.* *Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.** Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.* 7+ years of financial experience in a healthcare or higher education setting.* Deep knowledge of UT and/or state financial policies and systems (e.g., Workday, DEFINE, Smartsheet, DocuSign).* Demonstrated experience managing inpatient and outpatient operational budgets.* Proven ability to synthesize clinical and operational data into strategic financial recommendations.**Start Here, Change the World**At The University of Texas at Austin, tradition meets innovation in the heart of a city that frequents lists of the best places to live and work. Named by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers for the sixth year in a row in 2025, UT offers both a dynamic work environment and a gateway to vibrant local culture. Whether you're at the forefront of the student experience, conducting world-changing research or supporting the engine that drives Texas’ flagship university, working at UT means making a lasting impact on our city, our state and our world.Our more than 20,000 faculty and staff empower 55,000+ students to challenge ideas, pursue passions and shape their futures. Joining UT, you’ll become part of a community dedicated to making a meaningful impact on campus and throughout the world.Please see our .**Comments and Inquiries:**Email comments to hrsc@austin.utexas.edu. For questions or concerns regarding equal opportunity only, contact .Additional information for applicants can be found on the Human Resources web page: .

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