Senior Finance and Budget Operations Analyst

Senior Finance and Budget Operations Analyst

Under the direction of the Senior Director of Finance & Business Operations (SDFBO), the Senior Finance & Budget Operations Analyst serves as a highly influential and productive member of the Administrative Services and Strategic Executive Team (ASSET), supporting the Organizations of the Chancellor and the Provost & Executive Vice Chancellor. The Senior Analyst provides expert-level support to the management of ASSET in the business and financial operations by performing a wide range of financial and analytical duties. To include supporting organizational-level activities for the annual planning and budget process, financial management, and monthly and ad hoc reporting and analysis, and special projects. In addition, the Senior Analyst may provide financial and analytical support for other ASSET-supported divisions/departments. The Senior Analyst reviews transactions requiring organizational-level approval, performs complex budgetary/financial analysis and reporting, and takes the lead in preparing executive-level high-level communication and reports for multiple departments. This position is expected to provide a high level of administrative support to the ASSET Management. The analyst independently performs moderate to complex budgetary/financial analysis and reporting such as multi-year planning, rate sustainability and feasibility, advises on cost containment measures, review annual costing reports, performs reconciliations and develops/prepares reports on overall resource management. This includes research, monitoring trend and deficit analysis, tracking, generating monthly (inc. ad-hoc) executive level summaries, and reporting to various constituents (e.g., UCOP, department heads, organization head, and the campus budget office) of multiple core and non-core funding streams.

The full salary range for the Senior Director of Finance & Business Operations is $93,200.00 - $174,200.00 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $120,000.00 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Educational Requirements

Advanced degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. - Required

Experience Requirements

6 - 10 years of related experience. - Required

Special Conditions

Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations. - Required

Minimum Requirements

Advanced knowledge of finance policies, practices and systems.

Ability to identify, collect and analyze information from a variety of sources.

Ability to present complex finance related information in a clear and concise manner, both in writing and verbally.

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; service orientation; advanced critical thinking; attention to detail; ability to multi-task in a high volume environment, effective organizational skills.

Ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Ability to function as a member of a team.

Advanced knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources.

Preferred Qualifications

Thorough knowledge and understanding of Oracle EPM, PPM, and systems used to extract data in report preparation.

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
• UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
• UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
• UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

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 categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

General Information

Job Title: FINANCIAL ANL 4 CX

Job Code: 006347

Grade: 24

Department Head: Veronica Ruiz

Supervisor: Luisa Levario

Generic Scope

Technical leader with a high degree of knowledge in the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas; problem-solving frequently requires analysis of unique issues/problems without precedent and/or structure. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy.

Custom Scope

Uses advanced professional concepts and organizational objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways. Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Contacts are both internal and external to the department at all levels.

Department Custom Scope

Under the direction of the Senior Director of Finance & Business Operations (SDFBO), the Senior Finance & Budget Operations Analyst serves as a highly influential and productive member of the Administrative Services and Strategic Executive Team (ASSET), supporting the Organizations of the Chancellor and the Provost & Executive Vice Chancellor. The Senior Analyst provides expert-level support to the management of ASSET in the business and financial operations by performing a wide range of financial and analytical duties. To include supporting organizational-level activities for the annual planning and budget process, financial management, and monthly and ad hoc reporting and analysis, and special projects. In addition, the Senior Analyst may provide financial and analytical support for other ASSET-supported divisions/departments. The Senior Analyst reviews transactions requiring organizational-level approval, performs complex budgetary/financial analysis and reporting, and takes the lead in preparing executive-level high-level communication and reports for multiple departments. This position is expected to provide a high level of administrative support to the ASSET Management. The analyst independently performs moderate to complex budgetary/financial analysis and reporting such as multi-year planning, rate sustainability and feasibility, advises on cost containment measures, review annual costing reports, performs reconciliations and develops/prepares reports on overall resource management. This includes research, monitoring trend and deficit analysis, tracking, generating monthly (inc. ad-hoc) executive level summaries, and reporting to various constituents (e.g., U