Financial Projects Manager

UCR recently launched a new financial system through Oracle Financials along with Concur Travel and Kuali Research Contracts & Grants, an overall process called Impact23. This position will serve as a key component in the Dean's Office strategy to evaluate operations and create standards in this new environment. The incumbent's areas of support include C&G/Budget/Procurement, projects related to ongoing commitments such as faculty IC/Start Up, TAs, GSRs, Primary Temp Teach, Course Material Fees, and Payroll, and various auditing of systems and processes. As an Impact 23 C&G/Procurement specialist, the position oversees process engineering, manages budget reconciliation & C&G processes, and provides guidance & consultation to CNAS departments. In addition, the position will play a critical role in helping us remedy our largest operational pain points, work toward streamlined solutions, and utilize substantive knowledge of best practices, controls, and reporting to bring creative, simple solutions to the forefront. The position will also play a critical role during fiscal close as the college navigates a new financial system. The weight of responsibilities included in this position will evolve as our operations within the Impact23 framework mature and the needs of departments change. The responsibility of a process expert, engineer, and guide is a durable component of this role. The full salary range for the Financial Projects Manager is $78,700.00 - $145,100.00 annually, However, the expected pay scale for this position is $78,700.00 - $128,500.00. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Vaccination Program Policy.
Recommends changes to policies and establishes procedures that affect functional area.May coordinate financial system implementations and upgrades.Applies advanced financial services and accounting concepts to perform highly complex technical analyses.Applies advanced understanding of industry practices and organizational policies and procedures to resolve highly complex or difficult assignments.Trains staff and creates effective teamwork environment. May serve as a project manager or subject matter expert.May back up those who perform specialized tasks or activities.Conducts audits of internal records and processes. Makes recommendations on maintaining and strengthening internal controls to protect University resources.Develops and implements financial transaction processes and procedures; may train staff on financial activities.Participates in the analysis and design for new services or financial operational systems or processes that have critical organization-wide impact.Responsible for providing analyses for highly complex budgetary, financial and resource projects, often dealing directly with major department managers.May lead a team of financial services mid-level professional and/or clerical staff.Initiates and designs summary reports and background materials regarding a wide variety of internal and external policies and regulations to address a range of issues such as regulatory compliance, tax implications, recovery of cash, risk management, and the organized implementation of new services, procedures and/or policies.Interprets related policies and advises departments accordingly.Ensures compliance with federal and state requirements; stays current with changes in the law.
Advanced knowledge of financial or accounting concepts, policies and procedures, as well as related accounting and regulatory compliance requirements.Advanced knowledge of organization and systemwide financial processes and procedures.Advanced skills in the use of spreadsheet and database software.Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively across the organization at all levels.May require analytical skills sufficient to develop and implement financial data management and reporting systems.May require skills in project management, leadership, and process re-design.Advanced leadership skills to provide guidance, coaching and mentoring to professional and support staff.Skills include service orientation, ability to multi-task effectively in a varied, high volume environment; uses sound judgment and decision making, critical thinking, creative problem solving, and effective verbal and written communication skills.Advanced knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources.
Advanced knowledge of financial or accounting concepts, policies and procedures, as well as related accounting and regulatory compliance requirements. Advanced leadership skills to provide guidance, coaching and mentoring to professional and support staff. Advanced knowledge of organization and systemwide financial processes and procedures. May require skills in project management, leadership, and process re-design. Skills include service orientation, ability to multi-task effectively in a varied, high volume environment; uses sound judgment and decision making, critical thinking, creative problem solving, and effective verbal and written communication skills. Advanced skills in the use of spreadsheet and database software. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively across the organization at all levels. May require analytical skills sufficient to develop and implement financial data management and reporting systems.Advanced knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources.