Associate Director of Finance (Cardiovascular Medicine)
Company: Stanford University
Location: Stanford
Posted on: September 19, 2023
Job Description:
, within the Stanford University Department of Medicine, is
seeking an Associate Director of Finance (ADF), to manage staff
responsible for complex finance and control functions, and manage
overall finance operations for the division. The Associate Director
will have a key leadership role within the division, leading a
large finance team and partnering with the Senior Administrative
Division Director and the Division Chief on division-wide projects.
This is a great opportunity for a mission-driven finance person
with a passion for supporting a world-class organization.There are
over 400 sponsored and non-sponsored accounts in the Division with
a consolidated budget of approximately $65M. The ADF has 2 direct
reports and overall leads a finance team of 8 who support over 90
faculty. The successful candidate will be able to influence and
lead process improvements in the tracking and reporting of finance
portfolios and will be responsible for the continued financial
success of the division and individual faculty. The Associate
Director will foresee challenges and provide alternatives to ensure
compliance with all regulations, internal and external to Stanford.
In leading the finance team, the successful candidate will be
responsible for coaching, development, feedback, and mentoring the
finance team members to ensure their optimal performance and career
development. The ADM/FM is expected to be an excellent communicator
with both faculty and staff and highly trustworthy and reliable in
managing the complex financial portfolio of the Division.This is a
hybrid role that will work from the Stanford Medical Center in Palo
Alto at least two times per week with the option to work from a
non-Stanford site, such as at home, the remaining days of the
week.Duties include:
Manage the work of other employees,
make hiring decisions, provide coaching, training and mentoring,
manage performance, determine staffing needs, develop and ensure
succession planning within area of responsibility.Establish
operational objectives and assignments, plan, direct and monitor
all budgets for areas of responsibility, manage business operation
and administration of several functional areas, may manage a team
in providing post award sponsored research administration and
services.Identify and resolve unique problems of substantial
significance that affect the overall functional area, beyond the
immediate unit.Manage organization's financial activities and
structure; develop system and procedure requirements to support the
financial reporting for the organization.Contribute to designing,
developing and delivering complex policies and procedures with both
short and long term impact.Collaborate with other colleagues on
school/ unit projects; design and execute an effective system of
internal controls for areas of responsibility; establish
operational objectives to support the university's stewardship of
resources.Engage in continuous critical analysis of existing
systems and processes; identify need for new systems, and develop
and present proposals.Lead complex, high-visibility process
redesign and innovation projects; develop, implement, and
participate in major initiatives.Represent the units/school within
the functional units or school and to external constituencies.The
job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by
positions in this job classification and are not designed to
contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all
duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and
responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs
without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level
of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as
assigned. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree in finance,
accounting or MBA. Experience in academic finance preferred,
including grants management and clinical trials contract
awards.Knowledge of Stanford financial systems, rules, and
procedures preferred.Demonstrated ability to manage and develop
staff. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):
Master's degree and six years
relevant experience or combination of education and relevant
experience. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):
User knowledge of Microsoft Office
SuiteAdvanced knowledge of Oracle or other business financial
systemsAdvanced understanding of financial principles.Advanced oral
and written communication skillsAbility to clearly and effectively
present information to internal and external audiences, client
groups and all levels of management.Strong analytical skills to
review and analyze complex financial information.Strong leadership
and management skills with previous experience managing people,
delegating workload and providing direction/corrections as
necessary.Knowledge of property management requirements related to
Stanford or non-Stanford title of equipment and
fabrications.Demonstrated competency in project management of a
high volume of work, some of which is cyclical.If managing
sponsored projects, ability to manage post and pre award
administration for sponsored projects within his/her unit.
Knowledge and fluency of governmental regulations and Cardinal
Curriculum level I and II.Knowledge of procurement needs, including
sole- sourcing, cost analyses, vendor requirements, and small
business reporting.Experience working successfully with PIs, their
administrative staff, the office of sponsored research and external
sponsors.Demonstrated success in performing meticulous, high
quality and compliant work.Ability to interpret complex research
and fiscal policies, assimilate information from a wide range of
resources and act like a mentor and resource to others. PHYSICAL
REQUIREMENTS:
Constantly sitting.Frequently perform
desk-based computer tasks, use telephone, writing by hand,
sort/file paperwork.Occasionally stand/walk, lift/carry objects
weighing 11-20 pounds.Rarely reach/work above shoulder.Consistent
with its obligations under the law, the University will provide
reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who
requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or
her job. WORKING CONDITIONS:
Routine extended working hours during
peak cycles; travel to school/unit sites across university. WORKING
STANDARDS:
Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates
the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and
with external organizations.Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates
commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety;
communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors
based on training and lessons learned.Subject to and expected to
comply with all applicable University policies and procedures,
including but not limited to the personnel policies and other
policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, The
expected pay range for this position is $139,000 to $196,000 per
annum. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its
good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to
pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be
determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope
and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the
selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal
equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable
jobs. Why Stanford is for You
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research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized
the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is
our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to
impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and empower you with:
Freedom to grow. We offer career
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discounts and more.Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and
affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
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