Financial Officer II

Manages and has significant authority for financial operations of larger, more complex units. Typical duties may include, but are not limited to the following: develops and administers budgets and financial systems, projects revenue, space and facility planning, grants management, regulatory compliance. Monitors adherence to and follows established guidelines, policies and procedures for assigned unit. Ensures all financial operations are in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles. Establishes and maintains accurate financial management databases. Makes decisions regarding the reporting and use of financial resources. Provides financial guidance to assigned staff and appropriate University personnel and coordinates integration with University accounting system. May oversee billing and collections operations, including third party reimbursement and direct patient billing for some units. May manage revenue producing activity. May manage the entire or parts of the accounting function for assigned unit. Typically supervises office support and/or professional staff which could include hiring, training, performance evaluation, discipline and, if necessary, discharge. Handles other duties as assigned.

Position is onsite located in Birmingham, Alabama.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the Division's day-to-day financial operations by reviewing and approving GA expenditures, monitoring accounts daily, completing monthly account reconciliations, processing pending account requests, and overseeing daily deposits of checks, cash, and credit card transactions.
• Coordinate operational financial activities by managing Division shipping services, processing vendor invoices, and ensuring the timely weekly entry of CLIA Laboratory Services into the UAB Hospital billing system.
• Provide training and guidance to Division employees on the preparation and submission of requisitions and payment requests while supporting administrative initiatives, including the Division's annual Space Survey.
• Support the Division's financial planning efforts by assisting with the development of financial forecasts for research groups and providing faculty with information to help manage their research portfolios and effort allocations.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Salary Range: $55,180 - $89,670

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or a related field and five (5) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

Preferred:

• Working knowledge of UAB Oracle Financial System
• Working knowledge of Priority Software Budget Accounting Software (BA4)
• Ability to generate spreadsheets for informational purposes
• Understanding of UAB Grant Accounting and UAB General Ledger Accounting

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