"Director of Finance"

Department Summary

The mission of the UCLA School of Dentistry is to improve the oral and general health of the people of California, the nation, and the world through education, research, patient care, and public service.

Position Summary

Under direction of the Associate Dean of Finance and Administration (ADFA), the Director of Finance of UCLA's School of Dentistry (SOD) leads financial objectives in alignment with the School's strategic goals. The incumbent is responsible for financial management, budgeting, and forecasting of the School's funds ($90M) and will serve as a point person for campus budget office. The Director of Finance provides problem resolution as required for faculty and staff, prepares annual budgets, monitors budget variances, and prepares various school and university financial reports. The incumbent understands and leads operational success by reviewing objectives and progress with senior management. Working closely with the ADFA and Executive Leadership, the Director ensures sound financial controls, monitors budget performance, and advises the Dean and senior leadership on financial strategy and resource planning.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in an analyst and managerial role working with complex computer systems/financial applications (Required)
• Demonstrated knowledge of general accounting principles and experience applying them within complex organizational environments, including management of multi-funded and complex budgets. (Required)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret financial data, policies, procedures, and legal/administrative documents to identify trends and support sound decision-making. (Required)
• Proven experience extracting, organizing, analyzing, and modeling data from financial and reporting systems to support fiscal planning and long-range strategies. (Required)
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and adapt to frequent interruptions and changing workloads. (Required)
• Proficiency with computer systems and software applications, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and financial/reporting systems, to prepare analytical and financial reports. (Required)
• Strong written communication skills to produce clear, concise, and professional reports, policies, procedures, and correspondence. (Required)
• Strong oral communication skills to explain complex financial, legal, and administrative concepts to diverse audiences. (Required)
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and collaborate across academic, administrative, and external stakeholder groups. (Required)
• Demonstrated supervisory and organizational skills, including workflow management, delegation, staff training, performance evaluation, professional conduct, and appropriate escalation to senior leadership when needed. (Required)
• Working knowledge of University or campus-based accounting, payroll, personnel, budgeting, and reporting systems. (Preferred)
• Familiarity with campus organizational structures, administrative policies, budget processes, and common reporting systems. (Preferred)
• Working knowledge of federal agency budgets, contracts and grants administration, and patient care operational and financial issues. (Preferred)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
• Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
• Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.
• COVID and Flu Vaccinations: The position is subject to providing evidence of inoculation.
• CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

Schedule

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Union/Policy Covered

99-Policy Covered

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