Finance Liaison

Finance Liaison Job Summary The Budget Analyst, III role on HCI's Finance team allows us to support HCI's research, outreach, and education department headsand principal investigators (PIs). The Budget Analyst, III has a critical role in the annual budget process as well as enabling the teams they support to optimize their financial resources throughout the year. The Budget Analyst, III reports to HCI's Director, BudgetMgmt. Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care, and survivorship for all communities within the area we serve– which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming – with impact worldwide. In your cover letter or during your interview process, we invite you to share how your professional experiences have prepared you to serve as a member of our team as we work to reduce the cancer burden experienced by all people and communities. This may include description of your prior experiences related to research, prevention, clinical care, community engagement/outreach, training, administration, or other areas relevant to Huntsman Cancer Institute's mission and this position. Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu The department may choose to hire at any of the below joblevels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget. Responsibilities Financial Planning and Analysis: Develop anin-depth understanding of supported departments' work andobjectives. Prepare financial plans and budgets, ensuringalignment with HCI objectives. Assist in annual budget preparationand regularly monitor budget adherence, identifying areas for costoptimization. Monitor activities/grants monthly for overspendingand work with department head/PI to promptly address. Analyzefinancial data to identify trends and areas for improvement andexplain variances. Develop and maintain financial models forbudgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. Analyze financialdata and build financial models to supportdecision-making. Reporting: Prepare and presentfinancial reports and analyses to department heads, PIs, and seniorleaders, highlighting key findings and recommendations. Ensuredepartment heads and PIs understand their sources of financialsupport and funding use restrictions. Develop a deep understandingof HCI/UU financial systems and available data sources; developdata queries and reports as needed. Communicate financialinformation clearly and concisely to both technical andnon-technical audiences. Respond to ad hoc questions and datarequests. Assist with annual budget reporting, as needed,including investigation of and compilation of varianceexplanations. Assist with the preparation and tracking of thecommitment schedule and recruitmentbudget. Accounting: Review monthly transactions toensure accuracy. Prepare journal entries for intra-fund transfersand expense corrections. Open, update, and inactivate chartfieldactivities and grants. Calculate salary caps and payrolldistributions to comply with federal grant requirements. Reviewpurchases and contracts to ensure sufficient cash and budget areavailable. Generate accounts receivable invoices for assignedshared resource recharge centers. Ensure correct payrolldistributions are maintained in the system of record ProcessImprovement: Identify and implement process improvementsto enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial planning, reportingand analysis. Participate in the design, implementation, andreview of financial and accounting systems. Develop and refinebudgeting and forecasting methodologies to improveaccuracy. Collaboration: Work closely withcross-functional teams to gather information and develop insights. Provide support and guidance to other finance team members. Budget Analyst, III Develop, analyze, and execute budgets that allocate current resources and estimate future financial requirements. Examine, analyze, and determine profit increases and efficiency improvements. Provide assistance and advice regarding the preparation of organizational and departmental budgets. Analyze department budgeting and accounting reports to maintain expenditure controls. Consolidate departmental budgets into operating and capital budget summaries. Monitor and review the budget to determine if allocated funds are appropriately spent. Considered highly skilled and proficient in discipline. Conducts complex, important work under minimal supervision and with wide latitude for independent judgment. This is a Career-Level position in the General Professionaltrack. Minimum Qualifications EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience(Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related workexperience). Department may hire employee at one of the following joblevels: Budget Analyst, III: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience. Preferences Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance,Accounting, or a related field. Experience: 3-5years of experience in financial analysis or a related field. Prefer previous experience in higher education research environment with knowledge of fund accounting and grants. Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills. Advanced knowledge of financial software (e.g., Excel,PeopleSoft, Anaplan) and PowerPoint. Knowledge of fund accounting principles and financial reporting standards. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to prioritize workload and manage time effectively. Requisition Number: PRN46112B Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Department: 01259 - HCI Finance Location: Campus Pay Rate Range: 47,600 - 90,400 Close Date: 10/30/2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr Utah