Rutgers University

Sr. Financial Analyst I

Rutgers University$81K — $116K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance or Business plus 4 years of experience in budgetary and fiscal records management
  • Experience with computer-based accounting systems is required
  • Demonstrated experience in pre and post-award processes at the university level
  • Excellent financial, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Strong command of English for proofreading grants and manuscripts
  • Experience with Oracle, Marketplace, and Cornerstone is essential
  • Superior Excel skills are required

Responsibilities

  • Manage and monitor all financial matters within the department
  • Evaluate effectiveness of administration against budget constraints
  • Advise faculty and staff on purchasing supplies and budget requests
  • Conduct financial and statistical data analysis to create reports
  • Ensure grants compliance with agency and university regulations

Benefits

  • Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
  • Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans
  • Employee and dependent educational benefits
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Employee discount programs
Full Job Description
Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title
Sr. Financial Analyst I

Job Category
Staff & Executive - Healthcare

Department
NJMS - Pharmacology

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Sr. Financial Analyst in the Department of Pharmacology, Physiology and Neuroscience within the New Jersey Medical School (NJMS).

The Sr. Financial Analyst will assist in management of all aspects of the departments financial processes, including management of the departments' annual operating budget, grant management, preparation of current year forecasts, financial analysis of monthly operating results, oversight of the purchasing and accounts payable functions for the department, participation in pre-award activities.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:
  • Manages and monitors all fiscal/financial matters within the department, including development and application of financial programs and policies.
  • Monitors all accounts and programs to evaluate effectiveness of administration in terms of objectives: and ensures that expenditures are in accord with budget constraints and agency/institutional regulations.
  • Advises faculty and staff on matters pertaining to purchasing of supplies and equipment. Evaluates and makes recommendations on proposed plans of organization and budget requests. Ensures request meet the University and budgetary guidelines.
  • Conducts and supervises department's financial and statistical data analysis to create reports: ensures the maintenance of historical data, and develops improvements to internal reporting procedures.
  • Monitor grants to comply with the granting agency's as well as the University regulations and provides reports of expenditures with all investigators, Director of Administration and Chairman to anticipate problems with spending and to make timely budgetary decisions.


FLSA
Exempt

Grade
28S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary
81155.000

Mid Range Salary
97671.000

Maximum Salary
116172.000

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
  • Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
  • Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
  • Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Employee discount programs


Position Status
Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours
37.50

Daily Work Shift
Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description
HPAE 5094

Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility
ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance or Business plus (4) years' experience in the maintenance and review of budgetary and fiscal records including experience with computer-based accounting systems.
  • Equivalent experience, education and/or training may be substituted for the education requirements.


Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Candidates must have demonstrated experience in pre and post-award processes and monitoring at the University level.
  • Candidates must have excellent financial, communication and people skills.
  • Excellent command of the English language is a must for the purpose of proof reading grants and manuscripts, Experience with Oracle,
  • Marketplace and Cornerstone is essential to this position, as is superior skill using Excel


Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • Occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.


WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • Office environment.


Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number
26ST1032

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus
Newark (RBHS)

City
Newark

State
NJ

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

About Rutgers University

Rutgers University is a public research university that offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs. The university has three main campuses in New Brunswick, Newark, and Camden, New Jersey, as well as several satellite locations. Rutgers University was founded in 1766 and is the eighth-oldest college in the United States. The university is known for its strong programs in the sciences, humanities, and social sciences, as well as its commitment to public service and community engagement. Rutgers University is a member of the Big Ten Conference and has a strong athletic program.
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