Finance Director, Academic Health & Research Operations

UC Irvine; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Irvine’s Department of Psychiatry seeks a Finance Director to oversee budget development, reporting, forecasting and controls. The role provides financial modeling support and analysis to the Department Administrator and leadership, shaping strategy and resource allocation.

The position emphasizes collaboration with academic and administrative teams to improve processes, ensure accountability, and deliver timely financial services across the department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of experience in Finance, Accounting, or Business/Healthcare administration.
• 2+ years experience managing division/departments in a complex matrix.
• Strong financial modeling and forecasting capabilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead departmental budget development, financial reporting, forecasting, controls and analysis.
• Provide financial modeling, recommendations, and support to department leadership.
• Collaborate with department leaders to support business planning and process improvement.
• Oversee budget adherence and guide staff to meet objectives.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Analytical skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Team leadership

Cost accounting standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/related

4+ years in Finance/Accounting/Business/Healthcare administration

2+ years in managing division/departments

Tools

Cost accounting standards

Job description

University of California, Irvine’s Department of Psychiatry seeks a Finance Director to oversee budget development, reporting, forecasting and controls. The role provides financial modeling support and analysis to the Department Administrator and leadership, shaping strategy and resource allocation.

The position emphasizes collaboration with academic and administrative teams to improve processes, ensure accountability, and deliver timely financial services across the department.