Analyst, Financial I

General Summary Of Position Under the direction of theDirector or designee, the Financial Analyst I performs complex and varied financial and administrative functions, which require a high degree of independent action and the setting of priorities and procedures for accomplishing tasks. This position is responsible for the overall maintenance and processing of expenditure records and monitoring of the expense budget. Major Responsibilities Ensure proper approvals processingControl expenditures according to department guidelinesIn consultation with department director, prepare and monitor department budgetIdentify budget and expenditure variances, researches, and resolves problemsEnsure that accounts are not over committed or overspent and that budgetary guidelines are followedOversee all PA and payroll processing, maintains personnel files, and confidential reportsAdvise department personnel on Human Resources policies and proceduresReview the monthly status of financial accounts and transaction printouts for accuracy; identify discrepancies, and researches possible solutionsMaintain complex records and prepare periodic financial reconciliations from department records to monthly automated accounting system reports; PeopleSoft, other mainframe, or client server financial systemsMaintain accurate records and documentation of all department transactionsProvide clerical support to the Business Manager and maintain confidential reports and department personnel filesConsiderable investigation and initiative, requiring judgment and discretionIndependently initiate improvement to current operating procedures Serve as a resource to others on technical, professional, or policy issuesPrepare and process payroll and personnel documents for appointments, promotions, and terminationSchedule and arrange meetingsPerform other job related duties as required or assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or equivalent1 year in budgeting, accounting, administration, or related experienceAbility to design and program spreadsheets, databases, or custom reportsPeopleSoft experience a plusDemonstrated ability to analyze and interpret complex financial documents such as system reportsProficiency with Microsoft Office or similar softwareExcellent interpersonal, verbal and writing skills needed to present or communicate effectively with all levels of managementMust possess strong organizational skills, the ability to establish priorities, and resolve problems independently The University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.