Finance Manager

Job Profile:

Finance Manager 2

Job Family:

Budget, Planning and Financial Analysis

Time Type:

Full time

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field including two (2) years managerial experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary:
Manages multiple finance functional areas and participates in routine to moderately complex financial operations, forecasting, planning, budgeting analysis and reporting to ensure accuracy of financial reports. Recommends and implements fiscal policies and advises in development of processes.

Job Description:

Salary Range: $66,000 - $70,000 per year; DOE

Job Description

The Knowledge Enterprise Finance Department is seeking a Finance Manager to assist with unit-wide business operation functions. These functions include procurement, budget management and forecasting, account reconciliation, grant management and compliance oversight.  The Finance Manager will serve as a primary financial approver for purchases, travel, and other expenses. The Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing ASU research accounts. The Finance Manager will be responsible for tracking expenses and revenue related to research projects. 

The ideal candidate works well in a fast-paced environment, can multi-task while maintaining close attention to detail, provides high level customer service to both the university and external community, is a quick learner who is intuitive about business practices and procedures, is comfortable with database systems, and utilizes sound judgement. Ensures the unit is adhering to ASU policies and guidelines.

Essential Duties

• Under direction of the Assistant Director of Finance, helps establish procedures and processes consistent with ASU policies.
• Prepares financial reports and reviews accounts with assigned centers.
• Conducts strategic budgeting and forecasting.
• Works closely with heads of centers to create and manage budgets for accounts. 
• Works with Principal Investigators, Project Directors, and other ASU unit representatives to administer sponsored projects and awards.
• Reviews and approves financial transactions, and travel requests.
• Reviews and monitors account reconciliations, analyzes financial data and recommends actions to be taken.
• Ensures that accounts and records are in compliance with pertinent university and/or outside agency policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Verifies consistency and compliance of purchasing activities across unit or institute.
• Reviews and may process ASU Foundation payments and transfers.
• Reviews and resolves expenditure exceptions.
• May work with auditors in assuring financial functions are consistent with auditing principles and University policy.
• Performs ad hoc financial and analytical projects as assigned.
• Performs other professional accounting, financial, and system functions as assigned and/or required. 

Desired Qualifications

• Experience overseeing finances sponsored/grant accounts.
• Demonstrated knowledge of financial control principles and practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of computerized accounting systems and financial control technologies to include database and general ledger software applications.
• Experience in managing multiple responsibilities and projects at the same time.
• Judgment to determine priorities and which tasks require immediate attention and which can wait.
• Experience in work that requires attention to detail, efficiency, and organization skills.
• Experience in building strong professional relationships through collaboration and influence without authority.
• Evidence of effective communication; flexible communication style based on context and audience.
• Experience planning, scheduling, and managing task assignments.
• Experience in switching tasks, projects, and responsibilities quickly.
• Experience in problem solving, innovative solutions, and adaptability.
• Experience with federal, philanthropic, and industry grant-funded projects.

Working Environment

ASU is an inclusive enterprise with a wide variety of work and learning modes, locations, and a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and employee work-life balance. We are determined to maintain our position as an employer of choice in a competitive labor market, as such the following options may be offered dependent on department needs:  

Flexible work options:

• Alternative work schedules can include four, 10-hour workdays in a workweek; a nine-day, 80-hour schedule over two workweeks for exempt employees only; and staggered start and stop times.
• Hybrid work is an arrangement where employees spend a minimum of 60% of their regular workweek at their primary ASU work location. Dean or vice president-level approval is required.
• Remote work is an arrangement where the employee spends less than 60% of their regular workweek at a regularly assigned ASU work location. Executive vice president-level approval is required.

Standard Working Environment:

• Climate-controlled office setting subject to extended periods of being in a stationary position.
• Regular use of a computer workstation/laptop (keyboard, monitor, mouse) and other office productivity equipment, such as a calculator, copy machine, and printer.

Department Statement:

Each year since 2016, ASU has been named the most innovative school in the nation, recognizing the university's culture of groundbreaking research and partnerships, as well as its commitment to helping students thrive in college and beyond. U.S. News and World Report has named ASU as the most innovative university all twelve years the category has existed.

ASU Knowledge Enterprise advances research, innovation, strategic partnerships, entrepreneurship, and international development. Our success arises from solutions-focused, interdisciplinary research; an entrepreneurial approach that is embedded in every school and department; and a commitment to transform society in a positive way. To learn more about how Knowledge Enterprise is a place for your career to grow, visit https://research.asu.edu/about-us/careers.

At KE Initiatives Finance, we are dedicated to building an inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. We value your unique background and perspective, and you may be just the right candidate for this position or other roles on our team.

Working at ASU has additional perks and outstanding benefits, which include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; ASU/UA/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to ASU recreation and cultural activities; and more. To estimate the value of your total compensation, please visit https://cfo.asu.edu/compensation-estimator.

Driving Requirement:

Driving is not required for this position.

Location:

Off-Campus: Scottsdale

Funding:

No Federal Funding

Instructions to Apply:

Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter
• Resume or CV

Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.

Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.

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ASU Statement:

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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Employment Verification Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement:

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.