Lead Financial Analyst - Cancer Center - Remote - 140941

The Moores Cancer Center (MCC) is one of just 58 NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the United States and the only one in San Diego County. As a consortium cancer center, it is a collaborative partnership between the UCSD: encompassing 28 departments, 6 schools (School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Public Health, Jacobs School of Engineering, School of Biological Sciences & the School of Physical Sciences), UCSD Health oncology hospitals and clinics; the basic and public health research and outreach of San Diego State University (SDSU), and the basic and translational research of the La Jolla Institute of Immunology (LJI). These various programs and units are all dedicated to fulfilling the Moores Cancer Center's mission of reducing cancer's burden. As such, it ranks among the top centers in the nation conducting the continuum of cancer research, providing advancedpatient care, and serving the community through outreach and education programs. As a top-ranking, future-oriented organization, we offer challenging career opportunities in a fast-paced and innovative environment. Moores Cancer Center follows a progressive philosophy of career-path development for its employees including opportunities for cross-training, professional development, and progressive responsibility.

MCC's mission is to transform cancer care in our catchment area and beyond by driving exceptional scientific discoveries and innovations in prevention, detection, care, and training. MCC will make a global impact on improving health by reducing cancer burden through accelerateddiscovery and translation, compassionate and interdisciplinary care, education and community engagement, with the foundation of our core values - Excellence, Innovation and Risk-Taking, Collaboration, Diversity and Service.

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Finance and Operations, the Lead Financial Analyst is responsible for coordination, management, and monitoring of the departmental financial and operational systems and resources in the area of research. With limited guidance, leverage modern data techniques to review disparate datasets, create forecast models, and present data and results as actionable information. In addition to other responsibilities as necessary, identified or assigned, support financial and operational budgeting, analytics, and reporting; financial controls; and data analytics processes. Successfully collaborate with personnel to support the achievement of departmental and divisional goals and objectives.

Prepare budget projections, cost analyses and forecasts to ensure availability of funding and to assist/advise Shared Resource (SR) Leaders in long range planning. Make recommendations to SR Leaders in addressing potential problems and solutions. Completes projects assigned by a diverse range of stakeholders, consistently demonstrating a positive attitude, strong professional commitment, and a collaborative approach. Provides leadership, guidance, and training to a team of Financial Analysts, while overseeing and reviewing their work to ensure quality and effective outcomes. Work closely with business leaders to improve cash flow through detailed analysis of A/R and the validation of prompt payment, especially for our Shared Resources.

Serves as the lead for the department's day-to-day operations, with a comprehensive understanding of fund flows and resource allocation to support the mission of the MCC. Provides significant financial oversight and stewardship, ensuring resources are managed effectively to minimize deficits and advance MCC's strategic objectives.

• Nine years of related experience, education/training, OR a Bachelor's degree in related area plus five years of related experience/training.

• Advanced knowledge of finance policies, practices, and systems.

• Ability to identify, collect, and analyze information from multiple sources.

• Advanced ability to effectively present complex finance related information both verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner.

• In depth ability to use multiple spreadsheet and database software tools to gather information for specialized, complex financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports.

• Advanced interpersonal skills at all levels within the organization; advanced service orientation and critical thinking skills; and attention to detail. In depth ability to use organizational skills to multi-task in a high volume environment.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.

• Ability to function as a member of a team.

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources.

• Advanced degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.