Financial & Business Operations Analyst
Dean of Students
Summary of Job Details
This position is responsible for complex financial processing as part of the Student Affairs Business and Administrative team. Serves as a key member to the Student Resource Building Operations Team and Governance Board. Under the general supervision of the Financial & Operations Manager, develops reporting for the budgeting, analysis, and documentation of numerous programs and various funding, payroll, income accounts, grants/award, gift funds, recharge accounts, as well as campus accounting and procurement services. Conducts ongoing analysis of funding and key control measures and provides timely analysis of financial and administrative policies and procedures, and staff matters to the directors of each unit as well as to the Director for Budget & Administration. Provides support for the fiscal close operations of departments. Independently develops appropriate business procedures and best practices with procurement, and financial processes ensuring that departments are in compliance with University Business & Financial policies. Audits and oversees payment processing and general ledger reconciliation. Analyzes and interprets new campus business processes and provides recommendations to the directors. Provides training and support to administrative staff and managers for business processes and policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
1-3 years Experience in finance or related field
Ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns
Strong analytical skills, critical thinking, organizational skills, and attention to detail
Ability to perform tasks independently and within a team environment
Ability to use a high level of confidentiality, sensitivity, and professional judgment
Solid communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all levels of staff verbally and in writing
Strong service orientation and active listening skills
Ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes and to adapt to changing priorities
Proficiency in the use of spreadsheet and database software
Knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources
Special Conditions of Employment
Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required
Mandated reporting requirements of Child Abuse
UCSB Campus Security Authority under Clery Act
Satisfactory criminal history background check
UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment.
Days/Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:00am-5:00pm
UC Santa Barbara 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, disability, age or protected veteran status.
For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.
For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.
Application review begins 11/14/24
Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu
Job #74057
