Finance Director, Reporting & Analysis
Company: The George Washington University
Location: Washington
Posted on: May 7, 2024
Job Description:
Please see Special Instructions for more details. Employer will
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Description Summary: Founded in 1824, the GW School of Medicine and
Health Sciences is the 11th oldest medical school in the United
States and holds the distinction of being the first in the nation's
capital. Known for its pioneering approach to medical education, GW
SMHS has expanded its influence to encompass a broad range of
highly-ranked programs in health and biomedical sciences.
The Director of Financial Reporting & Analysis is a pivotal
management role responsible for overseeing the financial operations
at SMHS . This position supports the Assistant Dean for Finance,
Planning, and Fiscal Operations and plays a critical role in budget
consolidation, analysis, forecasting, and strategic financial
planning. The Director is instrumental in enhancing financial
status through detailed analysis, identifying trends, and
implementing strategic actions that influence decision-making
processes across the university.
Key Responsibilities:
- Direct and oversee daily fiscal operations, including budget
formulation, financial forecasting, and ensuring compliance with
all regulatory standards.
- Develop and manage the annual operating budget and multi-year
financial plans, preparing detailed documentation and presentations
for senior management.
- Implement and continuously refine financial policies,
processes, and systems to optimize the school's budget
management.
- Conduct rigorous analysis of budget variances, pinpoint
underlying causes, and recommend effective solutions to address
financial discrepancies.
- Lead the design and maintenance of financial databases and
software tools for robust budget reporting and forecasting.
- Provide expert financial modeling support for special projects
and academic initiatives, helping to shape the financial strategy
of academic units.
- Offer in-depth profitability analysis of various programs,
aiding in strategic decision-making and resource allocation.
- Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial data
submitted by various academic units, enhancing transparency and
accountability.
- Regularly develop and present comprehensive financial reports,
providing actionable insights through trend analysis and variance
explanations. Management Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop a team of financial professionals, setting
clear goals and expectations, providing regular feedback, and
managing performance.
- Drive recruitment and training efforts to build a
high-performing financial team aligned with the strategic needs of
SMHS . Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of
specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning
duties that are logically related to the position.
This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a
prestigious institution that is at the forefront of medical
education and research. If you are looking to lead in a challenging
yet rewarding environment, we encourage you to apply. Minimum
Qualifications: Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree
in an appropriate area of specialization plus 8 years of relevant
professional experience, or, a Master's degree or higher in a
relevant area of study plus 6 years of relevant professional
experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the
position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent
combination of education, training and experience. Additional
Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum
Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications:
- Direct experience in financial statement reporting and
analysis, preferably within an academic medicine setting.
- Strong accounting skills complemented by a proven analytical
acumen and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.
- Proficiency in utilizing advanced financial tools and models,
such as Tableau, Cognos, and Thoughtspot.
- In-depth knowledge of complex chart of accounts, with a track
record of managing detailed financial data effectively. Typical
Hiring Range Typical Hiring Range Commensurate with Experience. II.
JOB DETAILS Campus Location: Campus Location: Foggy Bottom,
Washington, D.C. College/School/Department:
College/School/Department: School of Medicine and Health Sciences
(SMHS) Family Family Finance and Business Sub-Family Stream Stream
Management Level Level Level 3 Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Hours Per Week: 40 Work Schedule:
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday - 08:00 AM - 5:00 PM Will this
job require the employee to work on site? Will this job require the
employee to work on site? Yes Employee Onsite Status Employee
Onsite Status Hybrid Telework: Telework: Yes Required Background
Check: Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening,
Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security
Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search Special Instructions
to Applicants: Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? Internal Applicants Only? No Posting
Number: Posting Number: S013001 Job Open Date: Job Open Date:
05/03/2024 Job Close Date: If temporary, grant funded or limited
term appointment, position funded until: Background Screening
Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as
a condition of hire. EEO Statement: The university is an Equal
Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not
unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the
basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,
disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable
law.Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with
an asterisk (*).
- * Are you currently employed with The George Washington
University?
- No
- Yes
- * For current GW employees, have you completed your
Introductory Employment Period (IEP)? (As a reminder, -employees in
their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university
staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)
- Yes, IEP complete
- No, still in IEP
- N/a - not a current GW employee
- * What is your expected salary range?(Open Ended Question)
- * Describe your experience in managing large datasets. What
tools and techniques do you use to ensure accuracy and
efficiency?(Open Ended Question)
- * Describe how you have utilized financial statements to
influence business decisions in your previous roles. Please provide
a specific example.(Open Ended Question)Documents needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter Optional Documents Human Resource
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