Under general direction of the Finance Manager, this position works in an independent manner, and as part of a clustered accounting team, providing intramural and extramural account planning and budgetary analysis and management for a specific set of faculty and staff as a financial analyst, account manager and compliance officer. Independently gather and apply financial data and University financial management mechanisms to ensure comprehensive and accurate budget construction. Work with Principal Investigators to understand new proposals, analyze programmatic needs, and make recommendations. Maintain all grants and extramural records and documentation. Identify, research and resolve problems. Reconcile ledgers, monitor accounts and prepare for fiscal closing of accounts at year-end. Collect, analyze, and summarize financial information for special reports. Manage self-supporting funds, develop, analyze and revise recharge rates.
Apply By Date 09/02/2026 by 11:59 pmQualificationsMinimum 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.
- Experience in financial analysis, forecasting and strategic planning to analyze and compile data and reports.
- Experience managing and monitoring multiple accounts, including recognizing and responding to problems with cost recovery, invoices, accounts and payroll.
- Experience in budget preparation bases on narrative methodological research plans and designs, analysis, and forecasting with skill to control complex budgets.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze complex data. Skill and knowledge to analyze the quantitative aspects of fiscal and budgetary issues.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and cost allocation methods. Analytical skills to independently and proficiently assume responsibility for coordination and completion of complex projects requiring interactions with many internal parties in a large organizational structure.
- Knowledge of federal and private compliance regulations governing grant budgeting, financial reporting, cost-sharing standards, cost allocation, and policies regarding use of grant funds.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience coordinating documents and projects with Business Contracts, Sponsored Programs, and Internal Audit to interpret regulations or guidelines and to recommend fiscally responsible and sound management practices.
- Experience with PPS Decision Support.
- Experience with DaFIS and DaFIS Decision Support.
- Communication skills to convey recommendations to PI's, managers, and staff to ensure compliance with policy. Organizational skills to work with changing priorities and demanding workload and to use judgment to make logical decisions.
- Computer skills to utilize various programs and software for word processing, spreadsheets, and website applications. Interpersonal, verbal and written, communication skills to clearly and effectively interact with a diverse group of individuals; secure and/or provide information to clarify situations, resolve problems, and negotiate services and/or agreements and MOU's with other departments or external agencies. Knowledge of University accounting policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities - 50% - Extramural Planning & Budgetary Analysis
- 30% - Accounts Management
- 10% - Policy Compliance
- 10% - Training/Other
Department OverviewFood chain is a large administrative cluster providing administrative and technical support for teaching, research, and outreach to faculty, staff, and students in the departments of Animal Science; Nutrition, and 13 self-supporting animal facilities.
Department Specific Job ScopeServe as one of the department compliance experts in University Policy & Procedures for all departmental business processes, including financial, personnel, and visa procedures as they relate to intramural, extramural, and general funding. Meet regularly and participate in short and long-range planning activities for programs and services as part of the Budget Analyst Team.
POSITION INFORMATION - Salary or Pay Range: $ 36.83 - $50.56
- Salary Frequency: Hourly
- Salary Grade: 151
- UC Job Title: RSCH ADM 2 CX
- UC Job Code: 004486
- Number of Positions: 1
- Appointment Type: Staff: Career
- Percentage of Time: 100 % Fixed
- Shift (Work Schedule): M-F 8a-5p
- Location: Davis, Ca
- Union Representation: CX-Clerical/Admin
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)
BenefitsOutstanding 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 by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees .
- High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
- UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
- Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
- Supplemental insurance offered including additional life , short/long term disability , pet insurance , legal coverage , accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
- Pregnancy and Parental Leave , Family & Medical Leave , Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
- Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
- Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives
- On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
- Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
- Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
- Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
- Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees
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
- Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 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 - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Work EnvironmentUC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
This position will have a Flex Work hybrid schedule; a mix of onsite and remote work.The hybrid schedule is subject to change based on operational need.This position is not eligible for a fully remote work schedule.Work with frequent interruptions.Work occasional overtime to meet deadlines or operation needs.Limited vacation during busy periods, such as fiscal closing and during grant/project deadlines.
Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position - This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
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.
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