Department
BSD RAD - Finance
About the Department
Job Summary
Responsibilities
Provides effort reporting for individual faculty and staff.
Maintains a department grant portfolio database.
Assists with monthly grant reconciliations.
Audits and validates monthly departmental operating expenses.
Updates and distributes faculty stipend reports.
Routinely prepares budgets, creates accounts, and works with the financial accounting system to allocate, authorize, monitor, and control expenses.
Communicates and trains users on the procurement process and procedures.
Advises and guides faculty, research staff, and other administrators on policies and procedures for fulfilling all aspects of the procurement process, including purchasing, internal requisitions, and personal and travel reimbursement.
Assists with financial administration and reporting as necessary.
Prepares deposit reports and delivers unit deposits on a routine and as-needed basis.
Drafts analyses for proposed plans. Periodically monitors the budget by reviewing reports and accounting records to determine if allocated funds have been spent as specified.
Drafts variance summaries highlighting differences between the approved budget and actual performance, and make recommendations regarding excess and deficient funds. May inform managers and others within the organization of the status and availability of funds in different accounts.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, accounting, or related field.
Experience:
Knowledge and skills developed through work experience in a related job discipline.
Experience in a University, clinical, or not-for-profit organization.
Preferred Competencies
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, financial computing, and database software applications.
Knowledge of University Financial Systems like FAS, Business Objects, BuySite, GEMS, ACCTS, Onbase, and ePayment.
Mathematical aptitude, strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel spreadsheet skills.
Ability to create, maintain, and organize electronic files.
High-level attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to maintain effectiveness under deadlines.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and tact.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
Adaptability to changes and continuous improvement initiatives.
Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects in a client-service environment.
Ability to manage interpersonal relationships and interact/communicate with clarity, tact, and courtesy with staff, faculty, students, and others.
Working Conditions
Ability to navigate the UChicago Campus as required by the Position.
Office environment.
Application Documents
Resume (required)
Cover letter (preferred)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Role Impact
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
Pay Rate Type
FLSA Status
Pay Range
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
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Skills Required
- College or university degree in a related field
- Less than 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline
- Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, accounting, or related field
- Experience in a university, clinical, or not-for-profit organization
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel
- Knowledge of University financial systems (FAS, Business Objects, BuySite, GEMS, ACCTS, OnBase, ePayment)
- Experience with financial computing and database software
- Strong analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
What We Do
The University of Chicago is an urban research university that has driven new ways of thinking since 1890. Our commitment to rigorous inquiry and intellectual freedom draws pathbreaking scholars to our global campuses, where field-defining ideas are born that challenge and change the world. The University of Chicago has its main campus on Chicago's South Side and seven international campuses and centers throughout the world. Students can choose from 53 majors and 47 minors in the undergraduate College, with four divisions and seven professional schools for graduate study.
