Finance Supervisor

Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Experience managing complex business operations such as accounts payable and procurement.
  • Experience with fiscal close activities, account reconciliation, and knowledge of GAAP/GASB.
  • Strong leadership skills for recruiting, training, and monitoring staff performance.
  • Analytical skills for problem identification and data interpretation.
  • Proficiency in using financial accounting systems and reporting tools like Excel/Tableau.
  • Effective communication skills to interact with a diverse group of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Administer and manage departmental budgets and fiscal activities.
  • Oversee financial monitoring, trend analysis, and budget forecasting.
  • Manage contracts and Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs).
  • Coordinate procurement processes ensuring fiscal integrity.
  • Conduct financial reporting and participate in special projects.
  • Supervise and lead departmental staff, driving performance to meet objectives.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • Extensive paid leave benefits including family and medical leave.
  • Paid holidays and vacation/personal time off.
  • Educational reimbursement and professional development allowances.
  • WorkLife and Wellness programs available to all employees.
  • Access to free mental health services via Employee Assistance Program.
  • Opportunities for Public Service Loan Forgiveness and retirement benefits.
Full Job Description
Under the general direction of the Financial Manager, provides advanced professional support in the areas of financial and budget analysis, fiscal management, contracts and Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), and procurement administration. Oversees and coordinates all fiscal activities for departmental budgets, including financial monitoring, trend analysis, budget forecasting, contract and MOU management, procurement processes, and the maintenance of fiscal integrity and internal controls. #CA-DS

Apply By Date 8/13 /2026 at 11:59pm PST

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position .
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience managing complex business services including accounts payable, travel, entertainment, contracts, and/or procurement, and reviewing transactions for completeness and policy compliance.
  • Experience performing fiscal close activities, account management/reconciliation, general ledger review, and managing multiple fund sources (federal, state, private, etc.), and knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP/GASB) for budgeting and financial reporting.
  • Leadership and supervisory skills to effectively recruit, train, and motivate staff and monitor performance to meet business objectives.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills to identify problems and implement solutions to research, collect, analyze and interpret data from a wide variety of sources and to present information in a clear and concise manner.
  • Knowledge and experience to effectively use automated financial accounting/procurement systems (i.e. Aggie Enterprise, Pre-Purchasing, Aggie Expense, etc.) for transactions and data analysis/reporting tools such as Microsoft Excel/Tableau to produce financial reports.
  • Interpersonal and communication skills (in person, writing, and telephone) to effectively communicate and work closely with a diverse group including faculty, staff, clients, and individuals from other University units and government/outside agencies, to research, secure, and/or provide information and clarify situations, and resolve problems.

Key Responsibilities
  • 50% - Financial Administration & Management
  • 25% - Financial Reporting & Special Projects
  • 25% - Supervision & Leadership

Department Overview

The Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis advances health and ignites leadership through innovative and interprofessional education, transformative research and bold system change. Leaders at the School of Nursing steadily chart a course of developing education curricula, approaches and programs aimed at keeping pace with the rapidly evolving health-care environment and preparing a new breed of health leaders who are skilled and nimble agents of change.

POSITION INFORMATION
  • Salary or Pay Range: $ 8,125.00 - $ 15,225.00
  • Salary Frequency: Monthly
  • Salary Grade: Grade 24
  • UC Job Title: FINANCIAL ANL SUPV 2
  • UC Job Code: 007123
  • Number of Positions: 1
  • Appointment Type: Staff: Career
  • Percentage of Time: 100
  • Shift (Work Schedule): Day , 8 hour
  • Location: Betty Irene Moore Hall (HSP029)
  • Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
  • Benefits Eligible: Yes
  • This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Benefits

Outstanding 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 rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page .

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html

  • High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
  • UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
  • Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
  • Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
  • Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
  • Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
  • Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
  • WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
  • On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
  • Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
  • Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

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 Environment

UC 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.

Ability to work onsite and remotely as required

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 .
  • This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements .
  • 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.

To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks

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