Finance and Research Manager(FINANCIAL ANL 3 CX)

Financial And Research Business Analyst

Under the general direction of the UCPRC Director and co-PIs, serve as the lead financial and research business analyst for the Center, providing strategic fiscal planning, financial oversight, and comprehensive portfolio management for multiple funding sources. The incumbent will focus primarily on state contracts (California Department of Transportation [Caltrans]), as well as other grants, recharge accounts, and restricted and unrestricted funds. Lead the development and refinement of internal financial business processes, internal controls, and documentation standards to improve transparency, reporting quality, and operational efficiency. Independently direct the Center's financial strategy, including multi-year budget development, forecasting, financial modeling, and trend analysis to support long-term operational and research planning. Design and maintain advanced internal financial tracking systems and analytical tools to accurately project and manage expenditures, revenue, payroll, and cost recovery. Proactively analyze variances, assess financial risk exposure, and provide strategic recommendations to Center leadership to ensure fiscal sustainability and compliance. Serve as the primary financial advisor and research administrator for the UCPRC Director and co-PIs, supporting Caltrans proposal development, award setup, and ongoing account management. Provide high-level analytical review of proposal budgets, funding allocations, personnel effort planning, and academic salary recovery strategies. Coordinate sponsor and internal invoicing by compiling, annotating, and reconciling payroll and expense backup; reviewing ledgers; and resolving invoicing questions with internal accounting units and external sponsors. Oversee complex invoicing workflows across multiple funding streams to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and policy compliance. Act as liaison between UCPRC leadership, campus financial units, the Civil Environmental and Electrical Engineering department, the College of Engineering Dean's Office, and external sponsors. Interpret policy, advise on funding utilization strategies, and provide fiscal guidance aligned with Center-wide strategic goals. This position is supported by externally funded research grants. While funding is expected to continue, the appointment is contingent on the availability of those funds.

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Demonstrated experience in financial analysis, forecasting, and planning, including analyzing and compiling financial data and reports, evaluating complex accounting and policy/procedure issues, and developing sound, well-reasoned recommendations to establish priorities and determine appropriate courses of action. Proven experience maintaining accountability within complex accounting structures, including establishing and sustaining clear audit trails and ensuring accuracy and compliance. Extensive experience managing and controlling complex budgets and financial operations, including detailed budget preparation, contract and grant proposal budgeting, purchasing, payroll and ledger reconciliation, invoicing and fiscal close, adherence to state contracting procedures, with the ability to interpret detailed instructions and analyze complex financial data accurately. Understand and ability to following the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) including application in a public institution includes, sources and uses of funds must be aggregated by the type of activity they support, and in accordance with any restriction imposed on their use. Organizational skills to plan, coordinate, set priorities, and adapt to changing priorities while meeting required deadlines. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated ability to communicate professionally and effectively, present complex financial information clearly and concisely, and explain financial processes and procedures diplomatically to individuals with varied backgrounds and levels of expertise. Preferred Qualifications Experience using UC Davis campus systems or equivalent (KFS, FIS Decision Support, AggieEnterprise, AggieExpense, AggieService, UCPath). Experience administering multiple fund sources with restrictions. Experience with federal and private compliance regulations governing grant budgeting, financial reporting, cost-sharing standards, cost allocation, cost-share and effort reporting, invoicing, and policies regarding use of grant funds. Experience with UC applications for finance, payroll, travel, purchasing, inventory, and facilities. Working knowledge of UCD payroll, purchasing and accounts payable transactions, including ledger reconciliation.

Key Responsibilities 40% - Budget Management/Financial Analysis 30% - Contracts & Grants Administration 20% - Financial Operations & Account Management 10% - Compliance and Financial Reporting

Department Overview The University of California Pavement Research Center (UCPRC) is a major research program within the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, engaged in the research, development, and implementation of advanced pavement technologies and asset management practices. The UCPRC manages up to $9.0 million in annual funding, distributed across 10 to 20 active projects at any given time. UCPRC offices and laboratories are housed at the five-acre ATIRC research site west of the UC Davis campus, which includes offices, laboratory facilities and ongoing laboratory and field research operations. UCPRC research staff include approximately five professional researchers and project scientists, approximately five R&D Engineers, and other staff including computer programmers and editors, post-doctoral researchers, graduate student researchers, machinists, and undergraduate student laboratory and HVS assistants. The Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering is a large academic department in the College of Engineering and provides instruction and research in 5 specialty areas of engineering. The Department has 39 faculty, 3 adjunct professors, 4 professional research engineers, 20 project scientists and technical staff, and 11 administrative staff. The department has one of the largest undergraduate and graduate programs in the college with approximately 520 undergraduates and 240 graduate students enrolled. The department has an annual budget of ~$15M with 400+ active accounts and an eclectic research enterprise externally funded by federal, state and private sponsors, and individual/corporate donors. This position will require interactions with Caltrans and other client project managers and project engineers, with contractors on field projects, graduate and undergraduate students, and with testing equipment manufacturers.

Position Information Salary or Pay Range: $77,100.00 - $139,900.00 /yr. Salary Frequency: Annual Salary Grade: STEPS UC Job Title: FINANCIAL ANL 3 CX UC Job Code: 005183 Number of Positions: 1 Appointment Type: Career Percentage of Time: 100 % Shift (Work Schedule): M - F 8:00AM - 5:00PM Location: Davis, CA Union Representation: Yes - CX-Clerical/Admin Benefits Eligible: Yes This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work) Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page. If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here Physical Demands Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Never 0 Hours Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Never 0 Hours Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Never 0 Hours Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Never 0 Hours Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Never 0 Hours Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Environmental Demands Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Never 0 Hours Loud noise levels - Never 0 Hours Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Never 0 Hours Microwave/Radiation - Never 0 Hours Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Never 0 Hours Extreme Temperatures - Never 0 Hours Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Never 0 Hours Mental Demands Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Ability to organize & prioritize