Finance Manager - College of Medicine, Tucson

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 86,870 - 112,932; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Salary range based on experience

Job summary

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA is seeking a Finance Manager for the College of Medicine in Tucson. The role involves leading budgeting processes, providing strategic financial guidance, and overseeing financial reporting within a complex academic context.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, at least five years of relevant experience, and advanced skills in analysis and Excel. This full-time role offers a salary range of $86,870 - $112,932 and includes full benefits.

Qualifications

• Five years of relevant work experience, including two years of managerial experience.
• Experience with federal grants and sponsor requirements.
• Experience at an academic institution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Manage financial data integrity in compliance with institutional requirements.
• Provide guidance on budget development and financial management.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Knowledge of accounting principles

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning

Tools

UAccess

Job description

Finance Manager - College of Medicine, Tucson

Finance Manager serves as a senior leader within the College of Medicine–Tucson finance team and is a key strategic partner to the Assistant Dean of Financial Affairs. This position provides high‑level leadership in financial planning, all‑funds budgeting, forecasting, and analytical modeling to support effective financial stewardship and long‑range strategic decision‑making across all departments, centers, and administrative units.

In this role, the manager oversees the development and implementation of financial tools, analytical frameworks, and budget strategies that enhance financial performance and institutional alignment. The manager leads the annual all‑funds budgeting and forecasting processes, delivers comprehensive financial reporting, and ensures leadership has the insights needed to make informed operational and strategic decisions. The manager provides guidance and direction to departmental and center administrators, overseeing financial data integrity, institutional policy compliance, and the resolution of financial issues or discrepancies.

Success in this role requires exceptional analytical and critical‑thinking skills, strong leadership and communication abilities, and a demonstrated capacity to operate effectively in a complex, fast‑paced academic medical environment. Advanced proficiency in Excel, experience managing large and complex data sets, and deep expertise in financial reporting and analysis are essential.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the annual All‑Funds budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes for all departments, centers, and administrative units within the College of Medicine–Tucson.
• Implement and refine budgeting strategies, standardized processes, and financial tools established by senior leadership that strengthen financial planning and reporting across the college.
• Provide guidance and operational oversight to department administrators and finance staff on budget development, financial management, and forecasting using college‑wide budgeting systems and methodologies.
• Evaluate and analyze financial data to ensure accuracy, identify and mitigate discrepancies, and collaborate proactively with units to resolve issues.
• Manage and ensure the integrity of financial data entered into the University budget system by overseeing the compilation, validation, and submission of budget information in compliance with institutional requirements, policies, and deadlines.
• Support and advise College leadership in monitoring and delivering budget office priorities and required submissions.
• Identify, recommend, and help implement opportunities for process improvements, workflow optimization, and operational efficiencies.
• Monitor, analyze, and interpret financial performance across departments and centers, assessing actual results against budgets, financial targets, and key performance indicators.
• Investigate significant variances, determine root causes, and develop forward‑looking recommendations to inform leadership decisions and strengthen financial outcomes.
• Conduct and oversee complex ad‑hoc financial and budget analyses to support college and departmental decision‑making.
• Deliver comprehensive financial insights, metrics, and recommendations that enhance financial processes, promote resource optimization, and reduce financial risk.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of budgets related to the College’s allocation model and other areas within Medicine administration, ensuring alignment with institutional goals, strategic priorities, and long‑range financial plans.
• Oversee the preparation and delivery of monthly and quarterly financial and budget reports, ensuring accuracy, evaluating expenditure trends, and providing recommendations to inform adjustments and continuous process improvement.
• Develop, analyze, and manage complex financial and operational forecasts, models, and datasets to support senior leadership in data‑informed planning and decision‑making.
• Oversee the compilation and interpretation of institutional data and conduct advanced financial analysis for internal and external benchmarking efforts, including leading the completion of the annual Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) financial questionnaire to support accreditation and compliance requirements.
• Supervise and develop junior financial analysts through ongoing training, performance guidance, and leadership in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analytical best practices.
• Ensure the integrity of financial reconciliations, confirming that expenses and revenue are accurately reported and fully compliant with institutional and financial reporting requirements.
• Represent the finance team in key college initiatives, strategic projects, and campus‑wide committees, contributing financial leadership, insight, and institutional perspective as needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Advanced skills in Excel and other Microsoft programs.
• Knowledge of accounting practices, procedures and generally accepted accounting principles.
• Excellent organization and time‑management skills.
• Ability to analyze financial data and identify trends, variances and opportunities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi‑task projects and daily assignments.
• Self‑starter and strong problem‑solving abilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience.
• Five (5) years of relevant work experience, including 2 years of managerial experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or related field.
• Experience at an academic institution and managing state, discretionary, sponsored, and gift funds.
• Experience working with federal grants and sponsor requirements, including managing cost share.
• Experience with UAccess (Analytics, Financials, UAccess Employee) and knowledge of UA policies and procedures.

Additional Information

FLSA Exempt. Full Time / Part Time: Full Time. Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40. Job FTE: 1.0. Work Calendar: Fiscal. Job Category: Finance. Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits.

Rate of Pay: $86,870 - $112,932. Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full‑time equivalency (FTE). Grade: 11. Salary range based on role responsibilities and experience. Compensation guidance available through university resources.

Contact Information for Candidates: Gerry Flores, [e-mail]

Open Date: 6/26/2026. Open Until Filled: Yes. Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter.