Overview
The Utah Data Coordinating Center (DCC) at a major university health system is seeking a Financial Analyst to provide comprehensive financial services for assigned projects and activities. This role involves preparing financial reports, developing project budgets, and delivering financial analysis to leadership within the DCC. The position requires managing multiple complex projects and coordinating effectively with leadership and project operation teams.
The Utah DCC is an Academic Research Organization supporting clinical and data coordinating activities across all phases of research, including design, management, execution, and analysis. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a career ladder for Financial Analysts.
This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship (e.g., H1-B).
Responsibilities
- Prepare and interpret management information and financial reports.
- Meet regularly with Operational Leaders to review project financial status.
- Analyze financial trends, projections, and potential impacts.
- Collaborate with the Proposal Development Office to prepare budgets and provide feedback on proposals.
- Participate in establishing and maintaining cost accounting systems.
- Recommend and implement improvements to accounting systems and operations.
- Prepare, monitor, and report on Center, project, and program budgets.
- Develop project and grant budgets and assist with proposals.
- Update effort allocations for DCC staff.
- Provide guidance and training on financial procedures.
- Research and prepare revenue, expense, payroll, journal entries, and accounting corrections.
- Independently determine appropriate analysis methods, data collection, and reporting formats.
- Ensure compliance with accounting procedures in accordance with GAAP, NIH, State, Private, Foundation, and University policies.
- Organize and prioritize multiple projects, determine resources needed, and create clear reports.
- Collaborate with DCC leadership and Financial Management Analyst to address financial issues and trends.
- Liaise with campus partners and participate in meetings regarding financial standards and operational changes.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) plus 6 years of directly related work experience, or Master's degree (or equivalent) plus 4 years for Financial Analyst III level.
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) plus 8 years of directly related work experience, or Master's degree (or equivalent) plus 6 years for Financial Analyst IV level.
- Equivalency: 1 year of higher education can substitute for 1 year of related work experience.
- Ability to perform essential job functions including financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting.
- Strong organizational skills and effective oral and written communication.
Preferred Qualifications
- Post-award research accounting experience in an academic setting.
- Advanced degree such as a Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Compensation & Benefits
- Financial Analyst III: $56,000 to $76,573 annually.
- Financial Analyst IV: $67,760 to $92,618 annually.
- Full-time position with a flexible, mostly remote work schedule for residents of Utah.
- Benefits available through the employer.
Location
- Position is based on campus with flexible remote work options for Utah residents.
- Employees are expected to live and work within the state of Utah; out-of-state work requires formal approval and is rarely granted.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Primarily office environment.
- Occasional exposure to outdoor conditions, noise, and atmospheric conditions.
- Frequent repetitive hand motions (typing), hearing, listening, talking, and walking.
- Frequent sitting, bending, twisting.
- Infrequent repetitive foot motion, climbing, kneeling, squatting, crawling, balancing, reaching overhead, pulling, pushing.
Additional Information
- Department: Data Coordinating Center
- Pay Rate Range: $56,000 to $92,618
- Position open until filled
- Requisition Number: PRN45503B
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and meet residency requirements as specified.