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Senior Financial Officer
  • Job Number: 23996
  • Functional Area: Finance/Accounting
  • Department: Institute for Medical Eng. and Science
  • School Area: Engineering
  • Employment Type: Full-time (Hybrid)
  • Employment Category: Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No
  • Schedule:


Job Description

SENIOR FINANCIAL OFFICER, Institute for Medical Engineering and Science (IMES), to administer and manage pre- and post-award financial activities and be responsible for the fiscal management of all financial-related transactions.  Will provide comprehensive leadership support and strategic direction to the IMES finance office; lead and provide direction to a small team of financial staff and be responsible for their training, orientation, and career development; identify and optimize ongoing operational process improvements within the department; collaborate on developing a consistent financial infrastructure to optimize sustainable performance; ensure the needs of principal investigators and support staff are met while complying with institutional policies and governmental regulations; provide monthly financial reports, summaries, analyses, forecasts, and resource needs assessments; perform complex high-level financial work, including budgeting, financial planning, and analysis; advise and counsel all department personnel on financial matters; create, enhance, and employ infrastructure and controls as needed to ensure compliance with policies and procedures and make recommendations regarding fiscal policies, plans, and strategies. 

A full job description is available here. 

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: bachelor’s degree; five years of experience in research administration, accounting, or finance; ability to work in a complex environment, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet deadlines; excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and with others; meticulous attention to detail and accuracy; self-motivation;  ability to set goals and objectives and present solutions to complex problems; experience with SAP, Kuali Coeus, Cognos, Brio, and Excel; ability to learn changing technologies related to grants and contract management; and knowledge of federal guidelines and pre- and post-award financial activities.  PREFERRED:  master’s degree, higher education experience, and experience managing and leading others.  Job #23996-9


5/3/24