Funds Analyst

M-F 8:00 am- 5:00 pm; flexible.

Flexible work arrangements, including remote/hybrid work locations, are an integral part of the School of Medicine's Working Forward initiative. As such, this position's work location is designated as hybrid. Please note that the designated work location is subject to change based on the unit's business needs.

To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

The primary purposes of this position are to serve as the primary LCCC contact and to provide
management/oversight of the funds of 50 accounts. This position also serves as specialist in fiscal knowledge, such as, payroll, contract/grants, and related accounting services. Technical accounting work includes independent responsibility for maintaining accounting records. This position's responsibility is to analyze data for accuracy, to problem-solve, and to interpret regulations as well as correcting errors. They are accountable for accuracy of entries and reconciliate of data and information. They coordinate and make recommendations for system changes and test new processes. They are to serve as the primary LCCC contact and to provide management/oversight of the funds of 58 accounts comprised of SPOREs, Program Projects, Individual Grants, Trusts and Residual Funds with a total annual budget of $8.7 million.
The position plans, integrates and directs broad and complex functions such as financial and personnel management, across various types of accounts. The programs that this position manages requires a high-level of understanding of all other fund types including grant, state, Med Foundation as it requires team interaction in the accounting department.
As a result, this position must stay well versed on the dynamic nature of the project. The position also operates with independence in working with Principal Investigators and the Center Associate Director of Finance. The position must evaluate the financial activities of the accounts, identifying issues with spending, accounting of expenses and oversight of the fiscal performance of each account. This includes serving as contact person for questions/problems from management as well as faculty. Reconciliation of monthly statements from accounting and generating reports for Directors and Faculty.

High school diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in accounting work; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to write precisely and clearly.

Proven analytical and reasoning abilities, experience in evaluating complex requirements and regulations.

Thorough knowledge of and skill in applying generally accepted accounting principles.

Directly related experience with computerized financial reporting and analysis systems.

University systems knowledge. Financial accounting experience preferred.

Not Applicable.

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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.