Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

Manage the financial operations of the university’s off-campus assets, including multi-family residential, commercial, and office properties located in and around neighborhoods adjacent to the university.

Job Description

• Monitors, analyzes and reports on financial activity and serve as department liaison to Accounting and Purchasing groups. This includes consultation with department heads regarding budget performance and planning, monthly reporting and account reconciliation, variance analysis and quarterly projections. Identify areas of risk and recommend mitigation plans.
• Contributes to the annual budget planning process by assisting department heads in preparing funding requests; projecting activity and resource needs for fiscal year planning and beyond; and assisting with submission of the budget in the University's budget planning tool.
• Prepares analysis to support operational planning, strategic planning and other data driven business decision. Identifies trends by selecting data sources and analyzing data using Excel and other tools. Assist with developing financial models and measuring key performance indicators in order to predict and evaluate the department’s financial performance. Present results to multiple stakeholder audiences as appropriate.
• Oversees the processing of financial transactions for assigned department units, including, procurement, invoice payments, reimbursements, etc. Monitor transaction status by creating and maintaining internal tracking tools. Research and resolve issues related to transaction processing, escalating as appropriate.
• Serves as internal resource and liaison for procurement and payment issues. Maintain strong working relationships with Procurement, Accounts Payable and other CFU and/or applicable university departments.
• Collaborates with staff to ensure compliance with payment terms. Review supporting documentation and prepare invoices.
• Monitors pro-card compliance and expense reporting, providing training and assistance as needed.
• Identifies, creates and facilitates process design changes by conducting business and systems process analysis and design at a complex level; focusing on quality improvement and data management; ensuring data is reliable and valid; developing process improvements or re-engineering and recommending elimination; integrating new systems and processes with existing ones; and partnering with internal and external customers to ensure systems provided meet the long-term business strategies.
• Provides and supports the implementation of business solutions by building relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders; identifying business needs; determining and carrying out necessary processes and practices; monitoring progress and results; recognizing and capitalizing on improvement opportunities; and adapting to competing demands, organizational changes and new responsibilities.
• Identifies improvement opportunities (proactive and reactive; Elicit and clearly document business and systems requirements; Assess business process and system inefficiencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned or as needed.

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table
• Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement (PC Typing)

Equipment

• Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (3 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Washington University seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

M.B.A. - Master of Business Administration

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

Managerial (3 Years), Project Management (3 Years)

Skills:

Budget Analysis, Communication, Cross-Departmental Collaboration, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Customer Service, Data Analysis Reporting, Financial Analysis, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Needs Assessment, Process Improvements, Professional Etiquette, Project Administration, Sound Judgment, Structured Query Language (SQL), Tableau (Software), Tactful, University Education, Work Collaboratively

Grade

G12

Salary Range

$58,400.00 - $99,700.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.