University of Rochester
Financial Services
FinanceDirector,Simon
“Finance Director, Simon at University of Rochester. Skills: Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial analysis. Budget, forecast, and analyze budget. Monitor faculty and staff salary components”
Industry & Context.
Identify problems; Develop solutions; Address obstacles
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree and 8 years of related work experience required
Nice to Have
Master's degree preferred
What You'll Do.
Monitor faculty and staff salary components
Track startup and research commitments
Monitor non-salary departmental budget performance
Serve as chief financial liaison with departments
Advise SFO and Dean on budgetary and financial
Interpret and apply University and School policies
and submit annual operating budgets
Understand department and program needs
Plan financial resources and budget requirements
Provide guidance on restricted endowments and gifts
Liaise with University Budget
Identify problems impacting financial goals
Develop solutions to remedy financial impact
Ensure financial resources align with needs
Monitor and report on operating budgets and grants
Prepare monthly and quarterly forecasts
Develop strategies to ensure adherence to financial targets
Ensure compliance with university policies
Assist in developing multi-year financial planning models
Bring intractable situations to SFO's attention
Develop strategies to overcome problems
Collaborate with deans to develop goals and plans
Identify and encumber financial resources
Meld implementation into budgets
Identify and address obstacles to outcomes
Share data affecting financial plans
Administer capital budget process
Create and disseminate submission templates
Collect capital budget results
Publish capital budget approval letters
Review and approve journal entries
Review and approve personnel action forms
Perform periodic timekeeping reviews
Act as emergency backup time approver
Conduct research on special problems
Prepare analytical reports with recommendations
Carry out other duties as assigned
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
School or College finance team; SFO and other senior officers; Deans, chairs, directors, administrative staff; University Budget, Human Resources, Audit, Controller's Offices; Sr. Associate Vice Provost for Budget Operations; Faculty Affairs
Communication Scope
Interpersonal skills; Communication skills
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