Department

BSD MGC - Administration

About the Department

Collectively, members of the Department of Molecular Genetics and Cell biology are engaged in investigating molecular aspects of biological phenomena that operate on a cellular scale. Faculty research employs a combination of advanced microscopy, genetic analysis, and molecular characterization to study the temporal and spatial mechanisms that underlie the essential functions of cells and of their interactions with other cells that are necessary for the regular development of multicellular organisms. Faculty use many of the field’s traditional model organisms in their work and are pushing into emerging model and non-model organisms that are proving uniquely valuable in particular studies. To learn more about our department, https://mgcb.uchicago.edu/about .

Job Summary

The Financial Analyst reports to the Department Executive Administrator and will support the Post Award Administrator to provide financial and analytical input, and assist with special projects. The Financial Analyst will use knowledge of general and organizational finance systems to help coordinate analysis and reporting for the operating, endowment, gifts, capital and other internal budgets.

Responsibilities

Prepare monthly financial forecast reports for Central Budget office, conducts and corrects errors in accounts using existing procedures that are in place, and provides advice on the financial impact of Library Operations and Service decisions.

Work with other department administrators to approve purchase of Supplies, Services, and other Procurement in conformance with University policies and processes and consistent with department needs and budget allocations. Provide appropriate Chart of Accounts as needed.

Manage invoices to ensure prompt payment and assist external vendors with payments as needed.

Perform Journal Entries or Expense Transfers in the Oracle System as needed.

Perform a variety of accounts receivable/payable related activities using existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems.

Respond to and research accounts receivable/payable inquiries including payments to vendors and reimbursements to individuals with guidance and direction from others.

Collect, interpret, and perform routine analyses of payables data. Likely to act as an informal resource to associates.

Routinely prepares budgets, creates accounts, and works with the financial accounting system to allocate, authorize, monitor, and control expenses.

Helps to prepare monthly reports, conducts and correct errors in accounts using existing procedures that are in place, and provides advice on the financial impact of human resources and academic affairs decisions.

Works with other administrators on the procurement process, allocates expenditures for authorization, and advises in communications regarding funding agencies, subcontractors, and others at the instruction and direction of others.

Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

2 -3 years fiscal/accounting experience in a University setting.

Working Conditions

Office Environment.

Application Documents

Resume (required)

Cover Letter (required)

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family

Financial Management

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

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FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

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Pay Range

$28.85 - $40.87

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement

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