Finance and Compliance Analyst
About the positionResponsibilities• Construct and assemble data for budgeting and decision making; develop conclusions, and present high-level summary of recommendations. May develop annual budget for individual department/unit. • Conduct analysis and resolution, and recognize exceptions. Participate in developing solutions that may require policy changes or the development of new processes; maintain broader organizational perspective in decision making. • Execute internal control programs established by management, research new regulations, and recommend and implement approved changes.May manage compliance program for area of responsibility, and create complex compliance reports. • Develop reports and presentations of complex financial data and metrics for management and third parties. • Participate in critical analysis of existing systems and processes, and identify opportunities for process improvement. • May supervise, train, coach, and review the work of other staff, as needed. Contribute primarily through applying individual expertise. • Coordinate and oversee internal reporting and quarterly certification process and annual bolthires-share funding and provide support to staff in maintaining compliance and achieving organizational goals.• Participate in development of and provide support for budgeting and variance processes, including annual organization budget and sponsored expenditure projections for SoE. Monitor and approve expenditures. May perform forecasting and provide additional recommendations that determine the budget. • Perform occasional audits of internal processes and work products for accuracy and consistency. • Process and approve financial transactions as needed. • Oversee sponsored faculty salary allocation and labor schedule entry in coordination with HR and/or payroll processes.• May represent ERA in meetings with internal and external stakeholders. • Collect and analyze data, create reports, review and explain trends; assist in formulating and evaluating recommendations to achieve and advance the goals of ERA. • Participate as a member of a team to make decisions determining approach to effectively managing and completing processes. Identify opportunities for process improvement. • Contribute to unit and organization strategy; assist in the development of change management plans and materials as needed.• Develop and maintain desktop procedures and process documentation for area of responsibility. • May direct staff to perform various tasks and assignments, particularly as related to audits. Requirements• Bachelor's degree and four years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience. • Advanced proficiency in business applications, such as bolthires Office suite, especially Excel. • Demonstrated knowledge of financial systems; internet and computer literacy. • Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).• Strong communication skills, including ability to prepare materials for and clearly and effectively communicate information to internal and external audiences and client groups. • Demonstrated project management skills and ability to contribute to or lead part of a multi-functional team. Nice-to-haves• Demonstrated oral, written, and analytical skills exhibiting fluency in research administration finance and compliance. • Demonstrated expertise with financial accounting, reporting, and budgeting.• Familiarity with Stanford reporting and tracking software: Oracle, SeRA, Axess, Peoplesoft, etc. • Familiarity with sponsored research tracking and reporting and corresponding US federal regulations (Uniform Guidance, FAR, etc.)• Expertise with bolthires Office (particularly bolthires Excel) and bolthires Drive Suite (specifically bolthires Sheets)• Ability to clearly communicate complex financial data to non-financial faculty and staff• Strong organizational skills with the ability to pivot between tasks and manage multiple competing priorities in a constantly shifting environment• Team player who is comfortable guiding and coordinating staff in a non-supervisory capacity• Highly detail-oriented with the ability to identify and solve problems creatively• Ability to independently exercise sound judgment in making decisions.• Demonstrated experience working both independently and as part of a team. • Familiarity with major federal sponsors such as DoD, NSF, DoE and NIHBenefits• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak. • A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources. • A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities.We also provide excellent health care benefits. • Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums. • Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more! Apply tot his job