Clinical Financial Analyst - Palo Alto, United States - Stanford University

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    The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University School of Medicine places high importance on advancing science and integrating our mission with those of clinical innovation and service, educational excellence, community engagement and commitment, and professionalism and leadership development.

    This approach allows us to change future understanding and practices in our fields of science, the health professions, and society at large.

    It is an approach that stretches the traditional boundaries of an academic department and acknowledges the interdependent nature of the five missions with which we are entrusted.

    For us, the vision affirms the diverse activities, past successes, and distinct career paths of our multidisciplinary faculty.

    It establishes a mindset that will help draw our people together to collaborate and combine efforts that are necessary in moving forward this full academic portfolio.

    Finally, it is a vision that provides an authentic rationale for growth in a number of critical areas arising in fields from basic science to public policy.

    The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Stanford University School of Medicine is seeking a dynamic candidate to fill the role of Clinical Financial Analyst.

    Reporting to the Sr.

    Clinical Financial Analyst, the Clinical Financial Analyst will perform complex finance functions and/or activities in support of the Child/Adolescent & Sleep Medicine Clinical Operations.

    The Clinical Financial Analyst will require advanced knowledge and application of internal policies, external regulations, precedents, and systems.

    The Clinical Financial Analyst will own, maintain and optimize faculty productivity data, publish regular monthly summary/detail reporting and actively work to resolve detailed productivity issues.

    The Clinical Financial Analyst will work in conjunction with others to design system solutions, develop financial reporting and solve operational challenges.

    The Clinical Financial Analyst will, over time, manage key areas of revenue and expense for division.

    Duties include:

    • Perform and design ad hoc analyses of large complex data sets: reconcile complex accounts. Identify and resolve complex issues which may span multiple areas.
    • Construct and assemble data for budgeting and decision making; develop conclusions, and present high level summary of recommendations. May develop annual budget for individual department/unit.
    • Conduct analysis and resolution, and recognize exceptions. Participate in developing solutions that may require policy changes or the development of new processes; maintain broader organizational perspective in decision making.
    • Execute internal control programs established by management, research new regulations, and recommend and implement approved changes. May manage compliance program for area of responsibility, and create complex compliance reports.
    • Develop reports and presentations of complex financial data and metrics for management and third parties.
    • Participate as a member of a project team; support new initiatives. Make decisions determining approach to managing and completing processes.
    • Contribute to unit and organization strategy; assist in the development of change management plans and materials as needed.
    • Develop and maintain desktop procedures and process documentation for area of responsibility.
    • Define requirements, develop and implement complex test cases, perform system testing and analyze results.
    • Participate in critical analysis of existing systems and processes, and identify opportunities for process improvement.
    • Provide consulting advice to client group(s); serve as a resource on matters that require specific technical, financial, or subject matter expertise; support negotiations with external partners.
    • May supervise, train, coach, and review the work of other staff, as needed. Contribute primarily through applying individual expertise.
    * - Other duties may also be assigned

    EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):
    Bachelor's degree and four years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

    • Advanced proficiency in business applications, such as Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel.
    • Demonstrated knowledge of financial systems; internet and computer literacy.
    • Knowledge of GAAP.
    • Strong communication skills, including ability to prepare materials for and clearly and effectively communicate information to internal and external audiences and client groups.
    • Demonstrated project management skills and ability to contribute to or lead part of a multi-functional team.

    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.

    This position is based in the Stanford Research Park off campus location with the option of telecommuting/hybrid schedule subject to operational needs.

    The expected pay range for this position is $78,000 - $118,000 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.

    Additional Information


    • Schedule: Full-time
    Job Code: 4452


    • Employee Status: Regular
    • Grade: H
    • Requisition ID: 102148
    • Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible
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