Manager of Accounting and General Finance

Company: Stanford University
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: November 13, 2024

Job Description:

Manager of Accounting and General FinanceStanford University is one of the world's most renowned universities. Sitting in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area among the valley's most progressive companies, the School of Medicine is seeking candidates to fulfill a highly influential role in the Pathology Department.About the Department of PathologyThe Department of Pathology is a founding department of the Stanford School of Medicine and one of the leading departments in the United States. Our preeminent faculty spans from emerging leaders to highly accomplished physicians and scientists, including a Nobel laureate and members of the National Academy. Our mission is to improve the diagnosis, treatment and basic understanding of human disease. This is done through discovery (research), education, and clinical care.You will be working with an unparalleled leading-edge community of faculty and staff that are fundamentally changing the world of health care. You will have the opportunity to influence and drive change with your innovative ideas. Our culture is fast paced, energetic and growing all of the time.We are seeking candidates who are expert organizers, compliance gurus, and still have a spirit and energy to change the world.The Department of Pathology is seeking a Manager of Accounting and General Finance to perform a variety of regular and recurring professional accounting functions involving reporting, reconciliations, reviews of multiple accounts and transactions, and fiscal interpretation and analysis. This individual will serve as subject matter expert on University, School of Medicine, and Department policy ensuring that university resources are used appropriately, in support of the mission, and comply with policies, laws, and sponsor or donor intent. This individual will supervise other staff members, delegate tasks and projects, and monitor work. In addition, they are responsible for reviewing all work for their team for quality excellence. It is expected the incumbent will be proactive, well organized, and have supervisor experience to lead a team. This individual will have strong communication skills, including the ability to prepare materials to clearly and effectively communicate information to internal and external audiences. Regardless of your assignment, demonstrating strong business judgment, professional etiquette, and exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills are expected.Duties Include

• Analyze accounting transactions and information to summarize current financial position at the unit or organization-wide level. Construct and assemble data for decision making; develop conclusions, and present high level summary of recommendations.
• Capture, track, and report revenue and expenses; determine appropriate procedures for accounting record preparation, research of transactions and reporting. Oversee, reconcile, and resolve problems relative to complicated accounts.
• Collect data and perform research on details of transactions. Generate, review, analyze and communicate financial data that reflects actual financial performance against approved budgets. Prepare and present quantitative and qualitative analyses focusing on variances from budget and prior data.
• Maintain and review accounting process controls; recommend and implement any approved modifications; perform preliminary analysis and recommend solutions. Develop and maintain desktop procedures and process documentation for area of responsibility.
• Run and analyze financial reports, often from multiple systems; prepare management information reports.
• Execute internal control programs established by management, research new regulations, and recommend and implement approved changes. May manage compliance program for area of responsibility, and create complex compliance reports.
• Contribute to unit and organization strategy; assist in the development of change management plans and materials as needed. Participate as a member of a project team; support new initiatives. Make decisions determining approach to managing and completing processes.
• Participate in critical analysis of existing systems and processes, and identify opportunities for process improvement. Define requirements, develop and implement complex test cases, perform system testing and analyze results.
• Serve as a resource to local units and other departments to resolve accounting-related issues.
• May act as a lead, train, coach, and review the work of other staff, as needed. Contribute primarily through applying individual expertise.* - Other duties may also be assignedDesired Qualifications:
  • Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
  • 2 years of Supervision experience
  • Stanford or Academic Institution experience
  • Advanced proficiency in business applications, such as Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel
  • Ability to perform complex financial analysis and customized reporting
  • Experience preparing, managing, and projecting budgetsEducation & Experience (Required):
    • Bachelor's degree plus four years of applicable experience, or combination of education and relevant work experience.Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities (Required):
      • Intermediate proficiency in business applications, such as Microsoft Office; intermediate Excel skills.
      • Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with accounting systems and the internet; computer literacy.
      • Understanding of and ability to apply accounting skills and concepts.
      • Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
      • Demonstrated communication skills, including the ability to clearly and effectively communicate information to internal audiences and client groups.
      • Demonstrated project management skills and ability to contribute as part of a project team.Certifications & Licenses:
        • Certified Accountant or Auditor, MBA, project management certification, or similar credential desired.Physical Requirements*:
          • Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.
          • Frequently sit, sort, file paperwork or parts, grasp lightly, and use fine manipulation, lift, carry, push and pull objects that weigh 10 pounds or less.
          • Occasionally write by hand, twist, bend, stoop and squat.
          • Rarely stand, walk, reach or work above shoulders and use a telephone.
          • - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.Working Conditions:
            • May work extended hours during peak business cycles.
            • This position will have the opportunity to be fully remote.This role is open to candidates anywhere in the United States. The compensation for this position will be based on the location of the successful candidate. The expected pay range for this position is $84,265 to $110,564 per annum.Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.
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