Purchasing & Reimbursement Coordinator

Purchasing & Reimbursement Coordinator

Req ID: 141902

Location: Irvine, California

Division: Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sci

Department: Pharmacy & Pharm Sci Admin

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range Minimum: USD $31.50/Hr.

Salary Range Maximum: USD $47.94/Hr.

Who We Are

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

The School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences houses the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and the Department of Clinical Pharmacy Practice. The unit offers B.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, M.S. in Pharmacology, Ph.D. in Pharmacological Sciences, and Pharm.D. The financial team manages a variety of state, federal, and discretionary funds to support the research, teaching, and service missions of the school.

Your Role on the Team

The Purchasing and Reimbursements Coordinator assists the finance team in the management of accounts, applying organizational policies and procedures to resolve a variety of moderately complicated issues. Works on financial services problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. The incumbent is responsible for policy analysis and interpretation, and problem solving for other duties including purchasing and reimbursement. Coordinates and monitors operations of assigned functional area(s) including accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, recharge billing, travel/entertainment, facilities, and equipment. Effectively addresses difficult and complex customer inquiries. Prepares reports and analyses to include summaries of financial transactions, evaluation of current and proposed services, etc. for management review and decision-making.

What It Takes to be Successful

Required:

• Working knowledge of financial or accounting concepts, process and procedures
• Strong knowledge of financial data management and reporting systems.
• Proficiency in the use of spreadsheet and database software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.
• Strong analytical / problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and multi-task with demanding timeframes.
• Ability to collaborate with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and external partners. Ability to function effectively as a member of a team.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent critical thinking skills, and ability to exercise good judgement
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training

Preferred:

• Knowledge of common organization- or research-specific and other computer application programs.
• Proficient knowledge of UCI procurement and reimbursement system and guidelines
• Proficient knowledge of UCI equipment inventory systems and policies

Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.