Job Number: 29606778 Full/Part Time: Full Time Schedule: 8AM - 5PM Salary: $114,700 - $224,700
Position Information The UCR SOM became operational in 2013 as the first public MD-granting medical school to open in California in 40 years with a specific mission to train a diverse physician workforce to serve Inland Southern California and to deliver programs in clinical care and research that address the needs of this medically underserved region. As the only community-based SOM in the UC system, it does not own or operate a hospital, nor does it have a single, primary hospital affiliate partner. Instead, the UCR SOM has affiliation agreements with many hospitals and providers to support clinical training.
Founded in 2016, UCR Health is the clinical enterprise, designed to improve the health of the people through innovative health care delivery programs that provide the right care. As an extension of UCR SOM, UCR Health commits to training the next generation of physicians who pioneer patient-centered care and research. UCR Health is comprised of a team of physicians, specialists and healthcare professionals dedicated to improving the health of individuals and their families.
Under general direction from the UCR Health CEO and Associate Dean/Chief Financial Administrative Officer (CFAO), the Director of Clinical Finance leads UCR Health's financial objectives for the clinical enterprise. The incumbent is responsible for financial management, budgeting, planning and operations which requires a deep understanding of the challenges facing the clinical and academic components of a medical organization and of the financial system that supports it. The incumbent will establish operational objectives and work plans, delegate assignments to staff and work collaboratively with other leaders to meet goals. Understands and leads operational success by reviewing objectives with senior management. Manages, prepares, administers, and directs control of budget/organizational resources. Reviews and approves recommendations for financial planning and control. Directs activities that ensure division and department adherence to approved budget. Involved in developing, modifying and executing policies that affect UCR Health's financial operation(s).
**As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is ten weeks after their first date of employment. **
Education Education Requirements
Degree Requirement Advanced degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or a related area Preferred Master's in Business Administration Preferred
Certifications
Certification Requirement Professional certification. Preferred
Experience
Experience Requirement 8 - 13 years of related experience. Required Direct financial experience in an academic healthcare, school of medicine, or other clinical/research related enterprise Required Previous supervisory/managerial experience. Preferred
Minimum Requirements Special Condition Requirement Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours Required Travel Required
Preferred Qualifications Client services oriented; good listening, critical thinking and analytical skills. Superior managerial skills combined with ability to create and direct a high-performing finance team. Knowledge of issues and challenges facing the clinical, education, and research components of an academic medical organization. Demonstrate negotiation skills. Strong ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively across the organization at all levels; ability to interact with diverse populations. Ability to multi-task. Extensive knowledge of financial policies, practices and systems; budgeting and reporting techniques; fund accounting; human resource planning; accounting and bookkeeping. Ability to evaluate processes to establish and maintain appropriate accountability structures and strong internal control elements. Exemplary leadership and communication skills required to balance sensitivity to values and expectations of all constituents with the need to ensure unbiased, sound financial decisions.