Executive Director, Ophthalmology Finance & Administration

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego’s Viterbi Family Department of Ophthalmology and Shiley Eye Institute seeks an experienced administrator to lead the department's administrative and financial operations. You will manage a $50M+ operating budget, partner with the Chair and Administrative Vice Chair, and guide finance, HR, facilities, and research administration to enable clinical, research, and education missions.

Responsibilities include strategic planning, budgeting, financial analysis, and reporting, with a focus

Qualifications

• Thirteen (13) years of related experience, or an advanced degree plus seven (7) years related experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of finance and budget policies, reporting techniques, fund accounting, and HR planning.
• Ability to communicate effectively, with strong analytical and written/oral communication skills.
• Client-service orientation with integrity and discretion in handling university resources.
• Ability to multi-task and manage a high volume of transactions under deadlines.
• Knowledge of internal controls and financial auditing and reporting practices.
• Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with Oracle/Kuali is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee departmental finance, budgets, and financial reporting.
• Lead research administration and sponsored project financial management (portfolio >$12M).
• Provide executive leadership for HR, personnel, facilities and operations.
• Develop strategic priorities, ensure compliance, and drive process improvements.
• Collaborate with Chair and managers to align resources with priorities.

Skills

Finance and budgeting

Analytical skills

Verbal and written communication

Client/customer service oriented

Multi-tasking

Internal controls

MS Office

Education

Advanced degree in related area

Tools

MS Office Suite

Oracle

Kuali

Job description

UC San Diego’s Viterbi Family Department of Ophthalmology and Shiley Eye Institute seeks an experienced administrator to lead the department's administrative and financial operations. You will manage a $50M+ operating budget, partner with the Chair and Administrative Vice Chair, and guide finance, HR, facilities, and research administration to enable clinical, research, and education missions.

Responsibilities include strategic planning, budgeting, financial analysis, and reporting, with a focus