Financial Analyst - GME Office
Provide accurate financial information in a cost-effective, efficient and timely manner to assure responsible stewardship of the GME Office’s financial resources by reviewing, tracking and preparing documents in compliance with established policies and procedures to meet internal and external rules and regulations.
- Conducts independent analysis of financial information and reports, monitors accounts and expenditures, reconciles statements, and participates in the cash flow requirements of the GME Department.
- Tracks and prepares budget plans and preparation of documents annually; confers with leadership regarding concerns and strategies. Enters STRATA figures into the system for both operational and capital budgets, as appropriate.
- Gathers information for the cost report, Q/As documentation, responds to billing statements (NRMP, ACGME, MedHub, etc.) using the purchasing system of e-vouchers and p-reqs, and works with clinical departments as well as external entities for reimbursement (i.e., external clinics, hospitals, VA systems) to receive payment for work performed. Collaborates with colleagues to complete reimbursement for obligations both to and from the GME Department.
- Manages grant accounts to assure appropriate funds disbursement.
- Works with HR to ensure stipends and other financial arrangements are accurate, timely and appropriate.
- Assists in the preparation of annual stipend projections and scenarios within the context of GME FTEs.
- Processes a variety of complex financial workflow transactions, including bills/reimbursements, travel, award payouts, HR, conference registrations and other GME-related expenditures.
- Distributes and collects Patient Care Enrichment Funds petitions, analyzes qualifications and communicates with departments re: awardees.
- Monitors GME Foundation Account and arranges for transfers.
- Serves as a notary for GME house staff and other needs.
- Participates in the GME Office’s cash handling process including the monitoring of accounts/expenditures and reconciliation; directs GME staff counterparts in this process, as appropriate.
- Works with HR regarding the arrangement for and payment of required external programming.
- Gathers information and produces and maintains complex reports upon request, often within tight deadlines and across multiple GME efforts.
- Assists with maintaining and preparing inventories of office supplies and equipment, including the re-order, updating or payment for the same.
- Manages house staff parking.
- Serves as a GME team member; manages/performs/advises on specific tasks and projects as required.
- Maintains confidentiality with respect to all information, funds, staff and activities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Accounting or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- 1-3 years of accounting, budgeting and/or financial analysis experience.
- Demonstrated proficiency in computer software applications.
- Excellent mathematical, written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- Experience in the management and tracking of information and projects.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize and coordinate inquiries from departments, managers and administration.
Desirable Qualifications
- Relevant healthcare accounting experience preference given to a background in hospital budgeting.
- Experience with system tools including but not limited to: GL Reporter, Strata operating budget software, HEDI Data Warehouse, Microsoft Office, and PeopleSoft GL and HR systems.
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of University accounting policy, procedures, and systems.
Position and Application details:
To be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
- Resume
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and education/credential verification. Up to five professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For additional questions, please contact Sara Ingoldsby at sara-ingoldsby@uiowa.edu
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University also affirms its commitment to providing equal opportunities and equal access to University facilities. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply for all employment vacancies. For additional information on nondiscrimination policies, contact the Coordinator of Title IX and Section 504, and the ADA in The Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity, 319/335-0705 (voice) or 319/335-0697 (text), The University of Iowa, 202 Jessup Hall, Iowa City, Iowa, 52242-1316.
Persons with disabilities may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu, to inquire or discuss accommodation needs
