Accountant​/Financial Analyst; Department of Anesthesia)

Accountant/Financial Analyst (Department of Anesthesia)

Job Description

Summary:

This role analyzes statistics and utilizes principles of finance and accounting to analyze past and present financial operations and estimate future revenues and expenditures. Provides financial, administrative and functional support to the department/school. This involves analyzing and monitoring expenditures, reconciling funds to ensure they are aligned with the projections.

• Perform financial forecasting, reporting, and operational metrics tracking.
• Analyze financial data and create financial models for decision support.
• Analyze past results, perform variance analysis, identify trends, and make recommendations for improvements.
• Recommend actions by analyzing and interpreting data and making comparative analyses.
• Study proposed changes in methods and materials.
• Prepare and/or analyze financial reports, budgets, and revenue projections.
• Assist with the preparation of the annual budget, monitor budget, and reallocate funds as necessary.
• Process all transactions related to the office's financial activities, including purchasing, payables, and reimbursement.
• Design and maintain spreadsheets and databases for tracking and compliance with university and outside requirements/policies.
• Process all purchasing requests and maintain all purchasing related tracking and record keeping.
• Serve as primary contact with outside vendors and coordinate repairs to equipment.
• Assist in obtaining bids and negotiating prices with new and existing vendors.
• Serve as liaison with business/financial administrators and other departments.
• Respond to a wide range of inquiries from faculty and staff.
• Produce monthly summary reports for endowments and special purpose accounts.
• Assist with preparation of fiscal year-end projections and future fiscal year proposals.
• Exercise resource stewardship to ensure compliance with related policies and procedures.
• Report known or suspected irregularities to the immediate supervisor or senior leader.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Bachelor of Science and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Proficient in MS Office to include Excel.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Perelman School of Medicine

$51,824.00 - $65,000.00 annual salary

Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts – Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
• Tuition – Tuition assistance for employee, spouse, and dependent children; dependent children also eligible for other institutions.
• Retirement – Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans with options through TIAA and Vanguard.
• Time Away from Work – Substantial vacation time and personal leave.
• Long-Term Care Insurance – Long-term care insurance for staff and eligible family members.
• Wellness and Work-life Resources – Programs and resources for health and work-life balance.
• Professional and Personal Development – Resources to advance personally and professionally.
• University Resources – Access to libraries, athletics, arboretum, art galleries, and campus events.
• Discounts and Special Services – Discounts on arts, entertainment, transportation, mortgages, etc.
• Flexible Work Hours – Non-traditional work hours, locations, and job structures.
• Home Ownership Services – Forgivable loan for eligible employees for home purchases or improvements.
• Adoption Assistance – Reimbursement for adoption expenses for up to two adoptions.