Financial Analyst 3

University of California- Davis Health; Sacramento (CA); Remote; USD 75,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Analyst to manage complex funds and accounts, ensuring compliance with various policies. This role involves high-level analytical support, post-award administration, and collaboration with multiple departments. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting knowledge and problem-solving skills, contributing to the effective management of research grants and contracts. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing financial operations and supporting groundbreaking medical research while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

High quality medical plans

Dental and Vision insurance premiums covered

Extensive leave benefits

Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time

Continuing Education allowance

Access to professional development courses

On-site Employee Assistance Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer

Retirement benefit options

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Several years of administrative and cost accounting experience.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial aspects of assigned funds and accounts.
• Provide analytical support for budget allocations.
• Serve as liaison for fiscal administration of research resources.

Skills

Administrative and cost accounting experience

Knowledge of Extramural Fund Accounting

Understanding of compliance and sponsor policies

Knowledge of federal and state regulations

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Tools

AggieEnterprise (Oracle)

Cognos (IBM Analytics)

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77751

Location

Sacramento

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Job Summary

The Financial Analyst is responsible for the management, structure, and use of all assigned funds and accounts. Account management includes expenditures charged to the accounts ensuring consistency and compliance with federal, state, university-wide, UC Davis, and sponsoring agency policies, terms and conditions following generally accepted accounting principles. Financial analysis and financial reporting are also required on assigned accounts including large complex grants, and accounts with high levels of analytical needs. Accounts include extramural grant accounts, clinical trials, university-sponsored, other sponsored activity, and other award types. The administrator is also responsible for the effort reporting of assigned faculty and staff for analysis, implementation, identification of cost sharing on extramural research. Responsible for providing high-level analytical and problem-solving support to the Department, Chief Administrative Officer, Finance Manager, and Principal Investigators in relation to base- and current-year budget allocations and fiscal matters of significant complexity. This position requires a broad knowledge of University and UCDHS policies, procedures, practices, and organization and requires minimal supervision and direction. This position prepares additional financial summaries, trends, and ad hoc reports as needed.

This position will serve as the liaison with the Office of Research, Accounting and Financial Services, Business Contracts, and School of Medicine Divisions and Departments to perform the fiscal and regulatory administration of extramural and intramural research resources. Knowledge of University and UCDHS policies, procedures, practices and organization, knowledge of Extramural Fund Accounting and funds flow.

Apply By Date: 05/02/2025 by 11:59pm

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
• Demonstrated several years of administrative and cost accounting experience with all types of award mechanisms, including grants, contracts, subcontracts, and cooperative agreements.
• Demonstrated advanced knowledge of generally accepted accounting, fiscal and reporting principles.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with post-award administration, reporting, close-outs.
• Knowledge and demonstrated understanding of the compliance and sponsor policies related to research administration.
• Knowledge and demonstrated understanding of federal, state, and non-profit sponsor regulations, policies, requirements, procedures, and areas of interest.
• Knowledge of current compliance regulations in all areas of research administration, knowledge and skills to interpret and apply sponsor, institutional and departmental policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Federal Acquisition Regulation, Code of Federal Regulations, sponsor-specific policies, intellectual property policy, conflict of interest requirements, publication rights, application of indirect cost rates and other complex concepts in research administration.
• Knowledge of UC Davis contract and grant procedures.
• Knowledge of AggieEnterprise (Oracle), Cognos (IBM Analytics), effort reporting, cost-share tracking.

Key Responsibilities

• 80% - Post-Award Administration (Cluster)
• 10% - Effort Reporting
• 10% - Miscellaneous Projects

Department Overview

The Schools of Health (SOH) Finance Team serves as a centralized financial resource dedicated to supporting the School of Medicine's departments, SOM Dean's Office and Finance Operations & Administration (FOA). SOH Finance provides high level administrative financial oversight, budget preparation, account management and post-award administration. We streamline financial operations, offering expert guidance and services tailored to the unique needs of each unit we support. Our goal is to enhance efficiency, ensure compliance, and enable informed decision-making by providing accurate, timely financial reporting and insight. The Post-Award Administration team is dedicated to managing the financial aspects of research grants and contracts within the School of Medicine. The team provides comprehensive support throughout the life of each award, from budget setup and monitoring to financial reporting and closeout. Our team ensures compliance with institutional policies and funding agency requirements, helping researchers focus on their scientific goals. By delivering accurate, timely, and transparent financial management, we facilitate the successful stewardship of research funds, contributing to the advancement of medical knowledge and innovation.

Department Specific Job Scope

This position serves as a Financial Analyst (cluster) in the Schools of Health (SOH) Finance Unit, which is a shared service unit responsible for high level administrative financial oversight, budget preparation, account management and post-award administration for multiple School of Medicine departments, including the SOM Dean's Office/Centers. This position will be part of the Dean's Office/General Accounting team but serve as the primary resource and administrator for all post-award administration activities pertaining to all guidelines supporting contracts/grants. The incumbent will serve as the local post-award expert conducting in-depth complex analysis, management of grant awards with various School of Medicine departments. They are also required to work collaboratively with a wide variety of faculty and department staff to monitor and provide monthly reports and close-outs on awards.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $75,000.00 - $135,600.00
• Salary Frequency: Bi-Weekly
• Salary Grade: Grade 22
• UC Job Title: FINANCIAL ANL 3
• UC Job Code: 007709
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): Day
• Location: Education Building (HSP033)
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% remote
• THIS IS NOT A H-1B OPPORTUNITY

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html

* High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
* UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
* Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
* Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
* WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
* On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
* Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
* Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

To view the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks