Senior Financial Analyst

Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences

Full Time

69885BR

Job Summary

The Senior Financial Analyst independently provides broad analytical fund management to a group of Faculty and provides analytical support for complex budget, financial, or resource analysis for the department and various components.  The Senior Analyst ensures Faculty are provided with high quality, efficient, responsive and responsible financial analysis, reporting and forecasting, and administration services.

The Senior Financial Analyst will rely on strong communication skills to be able to present and discuss data and reports to various client groups: staff, PIs, Department Leadership.  This person will research, interpret, clarify and apply all applicable Departmental, University and Agency policies and regulation, and to be able to clearly communicate the complexities of language around such polices and regulations. This position requires a high level of ethics and professional standards to handle sensitive matters with tact and sound judgment.

The advanced experience of high level independent portfolio management will be significant as this position will be lead on organizational programmatic management. This includes developing and recommending internal policies and procedural changes; training and direct supervision of staff; developing standard operating procedures.
The Senior Financial Analyst is a critical member of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences (DPBS) Financial Services Team and plays a crucial role in the overall successful support and management of funding for the Faculty & Principal Investigators. As a valued Team member in the Financial Services Unit, this position will benefit from the vast pool of experience that exists within the Team, all who are ready and willing to provide support and training to new Team members.  It is a collaborative work environment. The Senior Analyst will participate in larger dynamic Team projects, which will help to build the experience, understanding and networking skills for successful career development at UCSF.

This is a hybrid-remote position, which includes a combination of on-site and remote work.

Department Description

The UCSF Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is among the nation’s foremost resources in the field of child, adolescent and adult mental health. Psychiatry faculty members are recognized for their leadership roles in state-of-the-art, comprehensive and compassionate patient care, pioneering research, excellence in training the next generation of leaders, advancing public policy to advance mental health, and commitment to diversity.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree in related area and minimum five years of experience or equivalent combination of experience / training
• Advanced knowledge of finance policies, practices, and systems
• Ability to identify, collect, and analyze information from multiple sources
• Advanced ability to effectively present complex finance related information both verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner
• In depth ability to use multiple spreadsheet and database software tools to gather information for specialized, complex financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports
• Advanced interpersonal skills at all levels within the organization; advanced service orientation and critical thinking skills; and attention to detail. In depth ability to use organizational skills to multi-task in a high volume environment
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to function as a member of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Code and Payroll Title

007710 FINANCIAL ANL 4

Bargaining Unit

99 – Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Location

Hybrid, Mission Center Building (SF)

Additional Shift Details

Monday-Friday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm