Finance Professional 2

Position Overview

This position provides accounting support for Medical School Administration (MSA) units. Job duties include: review and approval of expenses, including serving as the Department Card Administrator, advising staff on policy and processes, internal/external sales and other billing, and funding and administering Dean's Commitments.

The Medical School is committed to an excellent employee experience, offering a flexible work environment that meets the needs of students, staff, faculty, and the communities we serve. Flexible work arrangements may include flexibility in schedule and/or work location. All UMN employees are expected to follow applicable public health and safety procedures. This position is based out of Minneapolis, MN and is eligible for hybrid work-from-home and/or on-campus work dependent upon individual performance and organizational need. Because the University of Minnesota is a land-grant institution that serves the state, residing in Minnesota is typically required.

Duties/Responsibilities

70%: Medical School Administration (MSA) Approver and Policy Expert

• Primary department approver for MSA purchasing and travel transactions
• Advise units on purchasing and travel policies
• Develop process documentation and job aids regarding purchasing and travel
• Serve as a liaison between units and central policy owners
• Serve as the Department Card Administrator (DCA) for MSA units that hold Pcards and Tcards
• Maintain Delegation of Authority assignments for Medical School

15%: Billing

• Review billing needs and initiate billing for internal and external sales units (Continuing Professional Development and Anatomy Bequest Program)
• Invoice UMP and Fairview as needed
• Review UMF billing needs for MSA units and facilitate billing
• Liaison with A/R office for outstanding invoices

10%: Dean's Commitments

• Fund Dean's Commitments as directed by Chief Financial Manager
• Update and reconcile Dean's Commitment database as needed
• Establish and request new CF1s for Dean's Commitments as needed
• Draft and send Dean's Commitments letters

5%: Special Projects and Other Duties as Assigned

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS plus at least two years of professional work experience or a combination of related education and work experience to equal six years.
• Familiarity with University systems such as PeopleSoft HRMS, EFS, and UM Analytics.
• In-depth knowledge of University financial, purchasing, and travel policies.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage priorities, coordinate multiple assignments simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively to financial and non-financial audiences, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated customer service experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong technical, problem solving and process improvement skills.
• Experience with Dean's Commitment database.

The Medical School Finance Cluster provides Accounts Payable services for the University of MN Medical School. We are a small division within the Medical School with a staff of 4. The Accounts Payable team manages and processes the payments within the Medical School Departments.

Pay Range: $72,000-$75,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment Category: 100% Appointment

Work Location: Hybrid; as needed - 1-2 times per year on average in person

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).