Inside Higher Ed · 10 hours ago
Finance and Operations Manager
Stanford, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $160K/yr
3+ years expInside Higher Ed is dedicated to providing resources for higher education professionals, and they are seeking a Finance and Operations Manager for the Stanford Center for Biomedical Ethics. This role involves managing financial, administrative, and operational functions of the Center, including overseeing budgets and grants, and collaborating with faculty leadership.
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Responsibilities
Manage staff in the day-to-day operations for functional area(s) of responsibility. Responsible for hiring and retaining staff, career coaching, personal development for direct reports and accountable for the performance of employees. Ensure work completion within schedule and constraints
May independently or in collaboration with human resources managers, guide faculty supervisors in the interpretation and implementation of human resources policies, procedures and programs
Evaluate business processes and operational and/or financial effectiveness. Analyze and resolve complex issues and provide alternative solutions as necessary. May lead process improvement for immediate unit
Analyze unit needs and make recommendations to leadership for changes in staffing, facilities, health and safety compliance, finance, technology and/or administrative functions. Work with the Chair and/or Dean’s Office regarding resources to support faculty activities and interests
Interpret, implement and ensure compliance with university academic and administrative policies and procedures within an operating unit. Recommend new internal policies, guidelines and procedures
Manage the finances across all sources for the annual budget, including developing, monitoring, analyzing, forecasting and reporting
Manage and coordinate grants and contracts for the department. Ensure compliance with institutional and external requirements
Represent the unit’s business and academic operations within the organization/school
Manage student and faculty program administration for their unit
Other duties may also be assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience in administrative and financial management, or combination of education and relevant experience
Demonstrated supervisory skills including conflict resolution
Excellent planning and organizational skills
Excellent communication skills
Working knowledge of accounting, budget planning and financial forecasting
Working knowledge of grants and contract administration
Strong negotiation and effective interpersonal skills
Solid analytical and problem solving skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Strong expertise in business and management computer applications and databases
Strong knowledge in industry standards and/or regulatory requirements
Ability to multi-task and manage deadlines
Subject matter expertise for area(s) of responsibility
Able to keep abreast of general industry knowledge and trends
Company
Inside Higher Ed
Inside Higher Ed is the online source for news, opinion, and jobs related to higher education.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-01-10Acquired
2006-08-31Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Stephanie Shweiki
Director, Foundation Partnerships
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