Financial Analyst II - Remote - 138301

The UC San Diego Department of Psychiatry is widely recognized for its innovation and productivity. We offer exciting career opportunities in advanced education, groundbreaking research, and state-of-the-art clinical care. Our team is committed to fostering a dynamic, collaborative environment where talented professionals can grow and thrive.

Under supervision, the Financial Analyst 2 supports the management and monitoring of departmental finances within the Department of Psychiatry. Responsibilities include participating in the development of annual clinical and academic budgets totaling over $60 million; performing financial analysis and account reconciliation across multiple funding sources; and advising department administrators on financial requests supporting all departmental missions. The role provides recommendations to optimize resource utilization and partners with clinical, academic, and administrative stakeholders to ensure accurate, consistent, and transparent financial reporting aligned with departmental priorities. Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Six years of related experience, education/training, OR a Bachelor's degree in related area plus two years of related experience/training.

• Working knowledge of finance policies, practices, and systems.

• Ability to gather reasonably retrievable information to organize, and perform basic financial analysis assignments.

• Demonstrated ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing clearly and concisely. Must be able to maintain confidentiality.

• Demonstrated ability using spreadsheet and database software for moderately complex financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports.

• Demonstrated interpersonal skills at all levels within the unit; excellent service orientation and critical thinking skills; and attention to detail. Demonstrated ability using organizational skills to multi-task in a high volume environment.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.

• Ability to function as a member of a team.

• Intermediate knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources.

• Demonstrated experience in preparing monthly financial reports in Excel.

• Proven ability to learn various financial systems, task management software and adapt to changing work environments. Passion to learn and expand abilities.

• Strong analytical and data gathering skills and attention to detail. Proven ability using organizational skills to multi-task in a high-volume environment.

• Demonstrated experience and proven ability to evaluate financial performance by comparing and analyzing actual results with plans and forecasts.

• Demonstrated experience to monitor department deficits and areas requiring reconciliation. Proven ability to work with internal and external entities to ensure timely posting.

• Demonstrated experience staying up-to-date on developing reports and Oracle systems pertaining to job functions.

• Proven ability to review and approve financial expenses to be sure compliance policies are met and to maintain separation of duties.

• Familiarity with Academic, Clinical, and Research missions and preparing detailed departmental Profit & Loss statements for Academic and Clinical Mission.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check.

• Must be able to work weekends, evenings, and overtime as needed.