Academic Finance & Operations Leader

University of California, Riverside; California; On-site; USD 71,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, Riverside seeks a Financial and Administrative Officer to oversee financial, human resources, and administrative support for the Media & Cultural Studies and Gender & Sexuality Studies departments. You will report to the Divisional Financial and Administrative Office and manage daily operations with autonomy in collaboration with Department Chairs and the Divisional Officer.

Responsibilities include budgeting, procurement, contracts and grants oversight, facilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area or equivalent experience/training.
• 4-7 years of related experience.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of UC policies, finance, purchasing, travel, payroll, and contracts & grants guidelines.
• Strong skills in financial analysis, planning, and administration across multiple fund sources.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and coordination of financial and administrative support functions.
• Manage department budgeting, procurement, contracts and grants, and facilities management.
• Supervise staff and coordinate across departments in CHASS.
• Ensure compliance with university policies and internal controls.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Supervisory/management

Strategic planning

Communication

Policy interpretation

Problem solving

Project coordination

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Tools

Excel/Office suite

UC financial systems

Job description

The University of California, Riverside seeks a Financial and Administrative Officer to oversee financial, human resources, and administrative support for the Media & Cultural Studies and Gender & Sexuality Studies departments. You will report to the Divisional Financial and Administrative Office and manage daily operations with autonomy in collaboration with Department Chairs and the Divisional Officer.

Responsibilities include budgeting, procurement, contracts and grants oversight, facilities