FINANCIAL OFFICER II

University of Alabama at Birmingham; University (FL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a Financial Officer II to manage pre- and post-award research budgets and general ledger accounts. You will serve as a liaison between UAB central departments, funding agencies, and faculty, ensuring compliance and accurate reporting.

Responsibilities include developing budgets, projecting revenue, reconciling accounts, and maintaining financial systems. This role requires attention to detail, GAAP adherence, and strong collaboration across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• Five years of related experience required.
• Work experience may NOT substitute for the education requirement.

Responsibilities

• Manages financial operations of larger, more complex units.
• Develops and administers budgets and financial systems; projects revenue and space planning.
• Monitors adherence to policies and procedures for the assigned unit.

Skills

Communication

Financial management

Budgeting

Supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or related field

Job description

Job Description - FINANCIAL OFFICER II (T240054)

FINANCIAL OFFICER II - ( T240054 )

Description

FINANCIAL OFFICER II

The University of Alabama at Birmingham

General Responsibilities

This position will be responsible for fiscally managing pre- and post-award research projects as well as general ledger accounts for our faculty. The position will be the liaison between UAB Central Departments such as Accounting and Other Sponsored Programs as well as the liaison between funding agencies and UAB. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, development and administration of budgets, reconciliation and projection reporting, and adherence to internal and external regulatory compliance.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

1. Manages and has significant authority for financial operations of larger, more complex units.
2. Develops and administers budgets and financial systems, projects revenue, space and facility planning, grants management, and regulatory compliance.
3. Monitors adherence to and follows established guidelines, policies and procedures for the assigned unit.
4. Ensures all financial operations comply with generally accepted accounting principles.
5. Establishes and maintains accurate financial management databases.
6. Makes decisions regarding the reporting and use of financial resources.
7. Provides financial guidance to assigned staff and appropriate University personnel and coordinates integration with the University accounting system.
8. May oversee billing and collections operations, including third-party reimbursement and direct patient billing for some units.
9. May manage revenue-producing activity.
10. Supervises office support and/or professional staff which could include hiring, training, performance evaluation, discipline and, if necessary, discharge.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Pay Range

$55,180 – $89,670

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field and five (5) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for the education requirement.

Preferred

Expertise with federal and non-federal grant budget development and administration. Attention to detail, ability to multi-task and great organizational skills.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively
• Financial management skills
• Budgeting creation/management
• Ability to supervise others

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location

University

Job Category

Finance

Organization

311401800 General Internal Med & Population Science

Employee Status

Regular

Shift : Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager) : Hybrid Eligible