Budget/Accounting Analyst - Dermatology

Located in Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) operates at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care. It is a community where expertise is valued, knowledge is expanded, and abilities are challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and uniqueness is celebrated.

About the Role

Coordinate, monitor, analyze, and assist in the preparation of the departmental budget. Conduct complex financial and budget analysis to assess and enhance financial and related operational methods and activities. Prepare financial and cost accounting reports.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and prepare budgetary data for department budget, including rate projections and personnel salary/wage data, while maintaining confidentiality and using applicable Financial Management budget guidelines.
• Research, analyze, prepare, and reconcile data for department budget; identify and research variances; create unique and often complex reports; make projections and recommendations; develop cost comparisons with previous budgets using generally accepted accounting principles.
• Design, develop, and implement financial/budget reporting systems, including financial forecasting; prepare regular and special accounting and financial reports for department needs using a broad knowledge of Vanderbilt systems, accounting practices, and organizational business units.
• Perform internal budget auditing function for department; recommend procedural changes; review data periodically to analyze trends affecting budget/accounting needs by maintaining regular communication with intra-departmental administrative teams.
• Advise supervisor regarding budgetary matters; resolve routine budget issues concerning personnel, utilization of facilities, equipment, and funds; supervise clerical staff as required using excellent communication and creative problem-solving skills.
• Create and maintain systems for inventory control of equipment; monitor the purchase of material, services, equipment, and utilization of facilities and personnel, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and timely using Vanderbilt equipment inventory guidelines.
• Review the preparation of contracts; write and update internal procedures and controls for outside vendor contracts; supervise support staff in this function using excellent written communication skills and a broad understanding of Vanderbilt's overall contracting procedures.
• Serve as liaison with other departments to provide budget and cost accounting information, promoting consistency in accounting standards and reporting.

Requirements

• 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Proficiency in using generally accepted accounting principles and Financial Management budget guidelines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with financial forecasting, reporting systems, and budget auditing.
• Ability to supervise clerical and support staff.
• Knowledge of Vanderbilt systems, accounting practices, and organizational business units.

Skills

• Supporting Colleagues: Develops self and others, builds and maintains relationships, communicates effectively.
• Delivering Excellent Services: Serves others with compassion, solves complex problems, offers meaningful advice and support.
• Ensuring High Quality: Performs excellent work, ensures continuous improvement, fulfills safety and regulatory requirements.
• Managing Resources Effectively: Demonstrates accountability, stewards organizational resources, makes data-driven decisions.
• Fostering Innovation: Generates new ideas, applies technology, adapts to change.

Benefits

This role offers a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.