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Stanford University · 2 months ago

Senior Financial Analyst, School Operations and Reporting

Stanford, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$116K/yr - $150K/yr

6+ years exp

Stanford University is a leading institution in biomedical research and health care transformation. They are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to manage complex financial activities, prepare accounting journals, and provide insights on financial performance to support the School of Medicine's mission.

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Responsibilities

Prepare complex accounting journals in accordance with University policy

Execute account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve complex issues which may span multiple areas

Meet journal and reconciliation deadlines for month/quarter-end; tie results to the trial balance and prepare variance analyses versus budget and prior periods

Streamline journal/reconciliation workflows, standardize templates, and improve controls and documentation

Leverage technology (e.g., ERP journal tools, advanced Excel/Power Query, SQL/Alteryx, Tableau/OBI) to automate data pulls, validations, and reporting

Partner on the development and production of quarterly financial analysis for consolidated School of Medicine financial results, collaborating closely with the University to ensure data accuracy, reconcile results to financial systems, and support leadership in understanding key financial trends

Perform and design ad hoc analyses of large complex data sets to identify trends and provide insights on business performance

Drive routine oversight of School-wide financials to ensure compliance with university policies, monitor budget performance across departments, support accurate financial and donor reporting, identify and resolve discrepancies, and provide actionable insights to leadership to guide decision-making

Serve as the primary liaison between the School of Medicine and University (i.e. Global Business Services, Faculty Staff Housing), translating Section 117 and housing loan policy updates and compliance requirements, advocating for SOM’s needs, and developing process improvements that enhance service delivery and maintain institutional compliance

Monitor and review internal controls programs. Suggest, design, and implement enhancements

Act as a responsible steward of University resources by ensuring funds are used appropriately, in support of the mission, and complies with policies and donor intent

Work collaboratively with peers, cross-functional teams in Fiscal Affairs, and broader School of Medicine and University groups to lead impactful projects that drive meaningful improvements in processes and policies across the School and University

Engage in continuous critical analysis of existing systems and processes; make recommendations to achieve greater efficiencies. Support process excellence efforts across the Controller’s Group

Qualification

Advanced ExcelGAAP knowledgeERP systemsFinancial analysisProject managementProfessional communicationData analysis

Required

Bachelor's degree and six years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience

Advanced proficiency in business applications, such as Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel

Advanced knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning and financial systems; internet and computer literacy

Knowledge of GAAP

Advanced professional communication skills, including ability to prepare materials for and clearly and effectively communicate information to internal and external audiences, client groups, and management

Strong project management skills and ability to contribute to or lead part of a multi-functional team

Benefits

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package.

The Cardinal at Work website ( https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards ) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees.

Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.