Research Financial Analyst

Company: Yale University
Location: New Haven
Posted on: February 22, 2021

Job Description:

None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group) Time Type Full time Duration Type Regular Compensation Grade Administration & Operations Compensation Grade Profile Work Location Medical School Campus Work Week Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day) Searchable Job Family Accounting/ Financial, Administration, Research Res Support, Research/Support Total # of hours to be worked: 37.5 Position Focus: The Research Financial Analyst will be responsible for the financial management, proposal development and stewardship of a portfolio of grants and contracts. This individual will work under the general direction of the Research Administration Manager for the Departments of Surgery, Ophthalmology and Anesthesiology, with considerable latitude for exercising direction and independent judgement. They will be an integral part of a team of research administrators, performing primarily post-award functions in an increasingly active research department. Working closely with the pre-award analyst, this individual will be responsible for as-needed pre-award functions. 1. Financial Modeling and Forecasting. Provides technical analysis to determine present and future financial performance. Organizes information from a variety of sources for use in analyzing future plans and forecasts. Collaborates with all levels of management, both internally and externally, to gather, analyze, summarize, prepare, and present recommendations regarding financial plans and other complex financial matters. Researches and evaluates information to resolve issues and makes recommendations. Develops and/or executes complex financial models. 2. Financial Analysis and Reporting. Analyzes and synthesizes information and designs and creates accurate and timely reports. Designs financial reporting to meet the compliance needs of internal and external users. Extracts and consolidates data from multiple sources. 3. Financial Methods and Systems. Contributes to the planning and improvement of practices, processes and systems. Collaborates with all levels of internal and external contacts to carry out department goals. Provides a high level of service that cultivates and maintains strong working relationships and communicates effectively; takes ownership and accountability for timeliness, accuracy and relationship management. 4. Strategic Resource. Translates department finance goals into objectives. Identifies and raises potential financial opportunities, issues, risks, ideas and solutions. Identifies the appropriate stakeholders to include in consultations, communications, approvals or buy-ins for designing and implementing changes. 5. Compliance and Risk Management. Establishes, implements and/or maintains strong internal controls in areas of assigned responsibility to provide reasonable assurance of effective and appropriate resource use, accurate financial information, and adherence to contractual obligations and agreements, policies, procedures, and external regulatory requirements. 6. Mentors, leads and/or supervises staff. 7. May perform other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Economics or Finance and four years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrated application of financial, accounting and economic concepts. Required Skill/Ability 1: Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment, having great attention to detail and ability to adapt quickly. Required Skill/Ability 2: Ability to analyze issues, respond and solve problems following through to ensure successful completion of projects. Required Skill/Ability 3: Strong oral and written communication skills and well-developed interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with staff, faculty and other professionals. Required Skill/Ability 4: Proficiency with Excel, Word and PowerPoint with the ability to manipulate database information using various query and reporting tools. Required Skill/Ability 5: Proven ability to work within a team, requiring a high level of cooperation within the work group. Occasional Occasional Drug Screen No Health Screening No All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. Please visit www.yale.edu/hronline/careers/screening/faqs.html for additional information on the background check requirements and process. Posting Disclaimer The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments. Affirmative Action Statement: Yale University considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, an individual's sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Yale discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 protects people from sex discrimination in educational programs and activities at institutions that receive federal financial assistance. Questions regarding Title IX may be referred to the University's Title IX Coordinator, at TitleIX@yale.edu, or to the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 8th Floor, Five Post Office Square, Boston MA 02109-3921. Telephone: 617.289.0111, Fax: 617.289.0150, TDD: 800.877.8339, or Email: ocr.boston@ed.gov. Note Yale University is a tobacco-free campus

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