Scheduled Hours
37.5
Position Summary
This position is responsible for developing, analyzing, monitoring, and presenting budgets and financial reports for the Brown School.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting
- Develop, analyze, and monitor a set of budgets, ensuring they adhere to School and University requirements. Ensure the approved budget is reflected accurately in the overall School and University budget.
- Research and develop pro forma budgets for new initiatives.
- Determine reporting needs and create customized reports tailored to the specific operational needs. Remain current in new applications to ensure effective and efficient delivery of information.
- Prepare and deliver monthly budget analysis reports, including variance explanations and recommendations for addressing those variances.
- Present financial reports to Associate Deans and Directors on a periodic basis.
Financial Operations
- Analyze income and expenses and investigate issues. Identify opportunities to operate more efficiently.
- Audit/reconcile materials ensure the information meets Brown’s high standards. This includes reviewing own work and the work of others.
- Ensure compliance with University and Brown financial policies. Oversee and approve unrestricted and restricted financial transactions. Provide guidance and training to department personnel. Reconcile accounts for accuracy.
- Work with University Central Finance to address financial issues, including but not limited to School Accounting, Financial Aid, Advancement, Gift Accounting, Payroll and Human Resources, Tax, and Accounts Payable.
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Prepare budget packages for submission to the Associate Dean for Administration and the Director of Budget and Finance. Provide summarized and detailed reports on historical, current, and projected activity and footnote significant variances. Assist with presenting the information to Brown’s Senior Leadership Team.
- Work with supervisor and the Director of Budget & Finance and University Central Finance quarterly to explain Core report variance explanations per the Core report schedule.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
- Normal office environment
Physical Effort
- Typically sitting at a desk or table
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 - Accounting
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
Work Experience:
Professional Accounting (3 Years)
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
WashU 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/Professional Licenses:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - American Institute of Certified Public Accountants , Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
Work Experience:
Relevant Experience (5 Years)
Skills:
Accounting, Analytical Thinking, Communication, Confidentiality, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Deadline Management, Exercises Judgment, Financial Budgeting, Financial Reporting Systems, Fund Accounting, Group Presentations, Group Problem Solving, Interpersonal Communication, Organizing, Personal Initiative, Prioritization, Project Administration, Self Motivation, Working Independently, Work Relationships
Grade
G11
Salary Range
$53,100.00 - $90,600.00 / 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 CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu 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 Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. 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, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.