Senior Finance & Accounting Analyst

Hiring Department

School of Medicine, Dean's Office

Job Description

Senior Finance & Accounting Analyst, Dean's Office, School of Medicine, University of Missouri in Columbia, MO. Prepare, monitor and analyze financial statements for Departments, as assigned, in the School of Medicine including preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements; review and analysis of Departments' accounts, monitor payroll expenses, and cash flow management; perform financial forecasting and variance analysis of departments' accounts, provide financial overview updates, and make recommendations for improvements; review and approve journal entries, participate in monthly close process, budget preparation and review budget correction errors; perform detailed account reconciliation; perform clinical performance analysis, RVUs, charges and collections, incentive calculations and pay accruals; analyze departmental clinical revenue and productivity trends and build monitoring tools to track financial activities; review and analyze grants and researchers' accounts, prepare monthly grant activity reports, check projects' milestones, ensure proper spending and close out actions, review and analysis of budget vs actual vs prior years, and review with Principal Investigators; review and track accounts receivable, accounts payable, billing and invoices; perform financial audits and analyze processes to increase efficiency and recommend improvements; communicate effectively with all levels of management and staff; and perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related area plus 3 years' experience in Accounting or Finance OR Master's degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant field plus one year experience in Accounting or Finance. Requires strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and analysis; strong knowledge of business analytics used for variance analysis and cash-flow; expertise in accounting and financial software; strong knowledge of advanced Excel tools used for financial and accounting analysis; expertise in job costing; ability to analyze processes to increase efficiency and recommend improvements; expertise in financial auditing; demonstrated ability to collaborate with all levels of personnel within the organization regarding financial matters.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $51,875.00 to $72,460.68 annually. Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Grade: GGS-010

University Title: Senior Finance & Accounting Analyst

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits .

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

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