Director of Finance

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.

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UCI Human Resources (HR) serves the UCI enterprise in three distinct business units: Health (Academic Hospitals and Community Network), College of Health Sciences, and Main Campus. UCI HR's vision is to empower people to drive a culture of innovation, learning, and service that requires us to enable the success of individuals within the UCI community and those who aspire to join. The HR enterprise consists of the Partnership for Strategy and Innovation (Partnership), People Services, Health HR, Campus HR, and the Office of the Senior Vice President and Vice Chancellor, Human Resources. The Partnership serves as a strategic center responsible for planning and implementing strategic initiatives across the entire UCI HR enterprise. People Services is a trusted partner in providing administrative support functions that allow the UCI community to focus on their core functions to accomplish the UCI mission of teaching, research, public service, and patient care. Members of the Partnership and People Services work in close collaboration with all three business units to leverage expertise across the enterprise.

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Under minimal direction, and working directly with the Senior Vice President, UCI Health, and Vice Chancellor, Human Resources, UC Irvine (SVP/VC), the Director of Finance is charged with providing leadership and strategic planning in the areas of budget, finance, accounting, purchasing, controller, financial systems, and the overall management of the financial enterprise and business consisting of units reporting to the SVP/VC.

Effectively and proactively manages the department portfolio and responds to differing needs from management in each unit. Develops and leverages relationships with various external units across the UC Irvine enterprise and UC Office of the President. Develops funding models and makes recommendations. Prepares financial documents, approves transactions, Prepares and/or oversee preparation of regular financial reporting. Oversees financial processing, including reimbursements, purchasing, contracts, recharges, etc. Provides leadership, supervision, and training to finance staff.

The HR financial environment is complex and layered with four separate budget approval processes (Campus, Health Sciences, Medical Center, and UC Office of the President). The funding models under the SCP/VC consists of various funds, many with restrictions and reporting requirements; enterprisewide components which entail recharges; and units that are supported solely by revenue. The Director not only independently leads the department in this area but also provides expert consultation at the highest level to the SVP/VC and other senior leaders. The current portfolio consists of the following units, subject to change:
* SVP/VC Immediate Office
* Partnership for Strategy and Innovation (Talent Management, Talent Strategy, Total Rewards, Communications, Engagement, Performance Excellence, Workforce Relations)
* People Services
* Campus Human Resources
* Health Human Resources (including Community Network)
* Health Sciences Human Resources
* Temporary Employment Services
* Chief Executive Roundtable
* Chancellor's Initiatives - including Illuminations and Climate Council
* Staff Support Groups - including Staff Assembly, Chancellor's Advisory Committee on Staff (CACS), Administrative Management Professionals (AMP)

A qualified candidate will be effective in managing a client portfolio, each with different needs and priorities, being adept at working within a matrix management structure.

The Director receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals. Manages, prepares, administers, and directs control of budget / organization resources. Manages the activities of the financial / resource analyst staff. Reviews and approves recommendations for financial planning and control. Monitors division and department adherence to approved budget. Provides guidance to subordinates to achieve goals in accordance with established policies. Work is reviewed and measured based on meeting objectives and schedules. Follows processes and operational policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve goals results in additional costs and personnel, and serious delays in overall schedules.

Total Compensation

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.

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $104,900 - $198,900 (Annual).

Required:

• Comprehensive knowledge of finance and budget policies, practices and systems; budgeting and reporting techniques; fund accounting; human resource planning; accounting and bookkeeping.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively across the organization at all levels; ability to interact with diverse populations.
• Client services oriented; good listening, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources.
• Demonstrated skill in independently analyzing situations, interpreting data, defining problems and/or objectives, identifying relevant factors, developing alternative solutions, making final recommendations, implementing and evaluating the results.
• Skill in coordinating and compiling information from numerous sources. Experience analyzing complex data, understanding the overall picture, and summarizing financial reports for higher-level management's use in planning and decision-making.
• Skill in using a personal computer, including Microsoft Office applications (such as Word and Excel).
• Advanced skill in spreadsheet software.
• Skill in utilizing enterprise financial systems.
• Demonstrated skill in financial analysis, planning, projecting, and usage of a budget with multiple funding sources.
• Minimum sevent years of experience in related fuction with progressive responsibility.

Preferred:

• Experience with the Kuali Financial System.
• Professional certification preferred.
• Experience as team lead of supervisor

Special Conditions:

• This position may be required to report at different work sites between the Irvine campus and health locations. The incumbent must be able to provide their own means of transportation to/from work locations.

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 - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

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.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.