Senior Finance Manager

318884 Department LABORATORY ANIMAL RESOURCES (IN-LARS-IUINA) Department Information The Laboratory Animal Resource Center (LARC) contributes to and enhances the services and collaborative efforts of medical research at Indiana University (IU) School of Medicine. In addition to the provision of basic husbandry for a wide variety of laboratory animal species, the veterinary staff and other highly experienced laboratory animal professionals of the IU School of Medicine LARC provide training, supplies, and specialized service support for medical research. Our Mission At the Laboratory Animal Resource Center (LARC), we are dedicated to providing exceptional animal care which exceeds the needs of Indiana University School of Medicine and its research staff. Our Vision Our vision is top-quality animal care and Principal Investigator (PI) service provided by inspired and valued employees. The field of laboratory animal science has evolved substantially over the past 2 decades. We understand how the laboratory environment can both positively and negatively affect the results of research projects, and we recognize that an educated and empowered animal care team can be effective in working as an unofficial but critical member of the research team utilizing animal models. The LARC staff has deep experience in laboratory animal care and has achieved various levels of certification in laboratory animal science. Job Summary Department-Specific Responsibilities Oversees department purchasing and supplier contracts Provides monthly financial analysis Manages yearly rate setting analysis and calculations General Responsibilities Manages the daily and long-term financial and/or administrative operations of an organizational unit or an academic, research, and teaching department within a school or college, using knowledge and application of accepted procedures and standards Formulates policies and guidelines for division/department activities Controls all expenditures and statement of accounts to ensure regulatory compliance and fiscal integrity Manages general appropriation, endowment, federal and non-federal grants and contracts, and gift funds Develops, plans, and implements special projects, which may include space renovations, space allocations, staffing, equipment purchases, long-range plans, leasing of off-campus space and services Prepares operating and project budget drafts Regularly explains financial concepts to non-financial employees Monitors division/departmental budgets and reports any significant deviations from approved budgets May provide functional advice or training to lower-level staff Qualifications Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education. EDUCATION Required Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or related field Preferred Master's degree WORK EXPERIENCE Required 5 years of relevant experience Preferred Experience in financial analysis Experience in recharge accounting Experience in Tableau SKILLS Required Proficient written and verbal communication skills Maintains a high degree of professionalism Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills Demonstrates a high commitment to quality Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty Highly thorough and dependable Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure Possesses a high degree of initiative Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents Intermediate understanding of technology; experience using electronic platforms to perform various tasks Demonstrates experience solving problems with independent thought Proficiency in computer systems, including standard Office software; advanced Excel and database skills, including familiarity with complex formulas and Pivot Tables Ability to use standard office equipment such as phone, fax, scanner, etc. Experience managing workflows, processes, and/or data entry Intermediate accounting skills; ability to spot obvious errors; ability to develop a budget Demonstrates ability to interpret and apply concepts and policies to daily work functions Knowledge of various fund accounts Ability to clearly present material and make it accessible to a variety of audiences Ability to interpret financial documents from an accounting, policy, and practice perspective Preferred Ability to use complex formulas in Excel and pivot tables Working Conditions / Demands This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation. Additional Information $75,000 depending on education and experience Work Location This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule (mix between remote and in-person work), subject to change in the future based on university policy and business needs. Benefits Overview For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental insurance Health savings account with generous IU contributions Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts Basic group life insurance paid by IU Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year Generous paid time off plans Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events Employee assistance program (EAP) Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure . Job Classification Career Level: Advanced FLSA: Exempt Job Function: Finance Job Family: Financial Administration Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework. Equal Employment Opportunity Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information . Contact Us Request Support Telephone: ...