Senior Analyst, Budget Management

USC Mark & Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

USC Mark & Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute in Los Angeles, CA seeks a financial administrator to oversee budgeting, reporting, and grant-related financials for university programs. The role requires strong analytical and communication skills and experience with research budgets.

The position involves supervising staff, coordinating proposals, and ensuring compliance with university policies while interfacing with researchers and administrators.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• Minimum three years of related experience in university budgeting or finance.
• Experience with government and fund accounting concepts and practices.
• Demonstrated supervision or project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budgeting and financial reporting for university programs.
• Coordinate sponsored research proposals and related financial processes.
• Supervise staff and manage project portfolios.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

Skills

Organization skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Spreadsheet skills

Computer skills

Education

Master’s degree in business administration, finance, economics, accounting or related field

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, economics, accounting or related field

Tools

Database administration

Job description

About USC

The USC Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute and Laboratory of Neuro Imaging (INI, www.ini.usc.edu) are world leaders in the development of advanced computational and scientific approaches for the comprehensive mapping of brain structure and function. LONI’s unique multidisciplinary environment and cutting-edge resources allow for integration of clinical, psychological and genotypic information with neuroimaging phenotypes for research questions in neurology, psychiatry and developmental neurobiology.

About USC

The USC Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute and Laboratory of Neuro Imaging (INI, www.ini.usc.edu) are world leaders in the development of advanced computational and scientific approaches for the comprehensive mapping of brain structure and function. LONI’s unique multidisciplinary environment and cutting-edge resources allow for integration of clinical, psychological and genotypic information with neuroimaging phenotypes for research questions in neurology, psychiatry and developmental neurobiology.

Preferred Requirements

• Master’s degree in business administration, finance, economics, accounting or a related field.
• 5 years of related experience.
• University budget experience and/or thorough knowledge of university financial systems, policies and procedures.
• Experience with database administration and management.
• Demonstrated supervisory and/or project management experience.
• Experience with sponsored research proposals.
• Outstanding organization and communication skills.
• Previous work experience in a academic/university and/or research setting a plus.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, economics, accounting or a related field. 3 years of related experience. Demonstrated budget experience, including knowledge of government and fund accounting, and generally accepted accounting principles and practices. Ability to interpret, provide clarity and conceptualize complex financial data and policies. Strong analytical, qualitative, communication, interpersonal, organization, guidance, computer and spreadsheet skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and balance competing priorities.

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