Financial Analyst 2 (7708U), Berkeley Public Health - #74108

Company: University of California-Berkeley
Location: Berkeley
Posted on: November 12, 2024

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LocationMain Campus-Berkeley
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At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, our Principles of Community, and our Strategic Plan.At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. To find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley, visit grow.berkeley.edu.Departmental OverviewBerkeley Public Health (BPH) aims to improve population health, especially for the most vulnerable, through interdisciplinary collaborations, preeminent education, and transformational research. Established in 1943, BPH is a professional school on the UC Berkeley campus that comprises six academic divisions and nearly 30 research centers and programs. Our department's values include social justice, health as a right, challenging conventional thought, embracing diversity, and creating meaningful impact. We honor our principles of community by centering and valuing everyone in our community; prioritizing prevention while remaining grounded in social justice; promoting safety and respect; practicing self-care and kindness; and remaining optimistic, hopeful, and committed to change. Learn more at: publichealth.berkeley.edu.Position SummaryThe Financial Analyst performs various tasks to support the School's financial operations ensuring compliance with purchasing policies and specific fund terms. This position performs the review and approval of all purchases and reimbursements generated by the School's administrative and academic units, providing guidance as appropriate to improve policy compliance and adequacy of support documentation. The Analyst initiates supplier onboarding and ensures availability of fund balances to cover expenses. The position guides more direct check deposits or wire transfers and stewards checks that are not directly deposited. The position performs position funding entries and salary cost transfers in UCPath as needed and participates in annual fiscal close and budgeting activities. The position reports to the Director of Finance. In collaboration with the rest of the finance team, the Financial Analyst identifies areas where there are gaps in purchasing and finance knowledge of administrative and academic unit employees in order to provide clarifying communication or training to close these knowledge gaps.Application Review DateThe First Review Date for this job is: 11/13/2024.Responsibilities

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