Finance Analyst

Who We Are Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. To learn more about UC Irvine, visit The Department of Radiological Sciences is dedicated to conducting leading-edge research, providing the highest quality clinical education and delivering state-of-the-art care to our patients through the advanced diagnosis and treatment of disease through biomedical research. Our department scientists and physicians are constantly working to develop new technologies and imaging techniques that will become the medical imaging examinations and medical interventions of tomorrow. Your Role on the Team Responsible for performing advanced financial analysis and providing comprehensive fiscal management in support of the Department of Radiological Sciences. Under the general direction of the Finance Manager, the incumbent independently administers and analyzes complex financial activities including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, payroll administration, physician compensation support, procurement, fund management, operational analysis, and compliance. The position serves as a senior financial analyst responsible for developing financial models, preparing executive- level reports, monitoring financial performance, interpreting financial policies, and providing analytical support for departmental leadership. The incumbent exercises independent judgment in resolving complex financial issues, recommending process improvements, and ensuring compliance with University, School of Medicine, and sponsor policies. The position also provides cross-coverage across departmental finance functions to ensure continuity of operations and effective financial stewardship. What It Takes to be Successful Required: Advanced knowledge of financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling, Pivot Tables, Power Query, and data analysis. Demonstrated ability to prepare executive-level financial reports and communicate financial information effectively. Strong analytical, quantitative, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply financial policies and procedures. Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Demonstrated interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments. Experience in higher education, healthcare, or academic medical center finance. Experience with budgeting, payroll administration, procurement, fund management, or physician compensation. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial information. Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Healthcare Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Three or more years of progressively responsible experience in financial analysis, preferably in healthcare, physician practice management, or academic medicine. Preferred: Experience with financial systems such as KFS, UCPath, DSS and other financial reporting or business systems. Experience developing dashboards, automated reports, or business intelligence tools. Total Rewards In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits. Conditions of Employment The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment: Background Check and Live Scan Employment Misconduct* Legal Right to work in the United States Vaccination Policies Smoking and Tobacco Policy Drug Free Environment *Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements. California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act E-Verify Pre-Placement Health Evaluation Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - Closing Statement: The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. 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