Ophthalmology Finance & Operations Leader

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

Job summary

UC San Diego's Ophthalmology Department seeks an experienced financial leader to oversee administrative and financial operations supporting clinical, research, and educational missions. The role manages multiple budgets, directs financial planning, and advises executive leadership on resource allocation and policy compliance.

Reporting to the Department Chair and Administrative Vice Chair, the incumbent leads finance, research administration, HR, facilities, and operations, ensuring integrity

Qualifications

• Thirteen (13) years of related experience, education/training, OR an Advanced degree in related area plus seven (7) years of related experience/training.
• Comprehensive knowledge of finance and budget policies, practices and systems; budgeting and reporting techniques; fund accounting; human resource planning; accounting and bookkeeping.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to exercise advance level of independent judgment...
• Client services oriented; good listening, critical thinking, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee annual operating budgets and research budgets; financial reporting and complex analyses.
• Provide strategic leadership for administrative infrastructure including HR, faculty affairs, facilities, and budget development.
• Collaborate with department leadership to support faculty recruitment, workforce planning, and program development.
• Drive continuous process improvement and adherence to university policies and sponsor requirements.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Communication

Analytical skills

Leadership

Staff management

Confidentiality

Multi-tasking

Education

Advanced degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

UC San Diego's Ophthalmology Department seeks an experienced financial leader to oversee administrative and financial operations supporting clinical, research, and educational missions. The role manages multiple budgets, directs financial planning, and advises executive leadership on resource allocation and policy compliance.

Reporting to the Department Chair and Administrative Vice Chair, the incumbent leads finance, research administration, HR, facilities, and operations, ensuring integrity