Financial & Business Operations Analyst

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