Financial Analyst Supervisor

This Financial Analyst Supervisor provides expert and comprehensive financial, analytical, and administrative oversight and planning for operating funds, gifts/endowments, grants, and contracts. The position also serves as a supervisor to finance and operations assistants and includes management of post-award activities and research core services for the MIND Institute and the IRC.

Primary responsibilities include financial analysis, planning and reporting; preparing and reviewing contracts (e.g., purchase agreements, revenue agreements, and service agreements) including budget development; administering and managing grant/contract funds; identifying potential agencies and programs for funding; managing research core recharges; supervision, and working with the School of Medicine Pre-Award unit on research contract and grant proposals submitted by MIND Institute faculty.

This position requires expertise in financial analysis and planning, managing complex grants, i.e., infrastructure/center awards from federal agencies, in addition to possessing in-depth knowledge of university accounting policies, contracts, and grant polices and procedures, strong organizational and analytical skills, attention to detail, good customer service, and experience with supervision.

Apply By Date: February 5, 2026, at 11:59 PM

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload a license and/or certification if required for the position

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Health Administration, Public Administration, Business, or related field of study, and/or equivalent experience/training
• Extensive experience in budget preparation, analysis, reconciliation, and forecasting, with the ability to control complex budgets and anticipate potential problems
• Experience supervising employees and managing performance
• Extensive experience in exercising professional judgement, discretion, and tact, maintaining confidentiality, assessing situations, needs, and issues, and identifying and developing solutions/strategies within the scope of this position
• Outstanding customer service skills and ability to serve a diverse clientele (e.g., faculty, staff, external agencies)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, and ability to understand and appropriately respond to multiple and frequent inquiries, requests, and instructions in a courteous, cooperative, and professional manner
• Tact, diplomacy, and flexibility to effectively deal with leadership, faculty, staff, agencies, and others
• Ability to represent the department professionally
• Analytical and organizational skills to independently assume responsibility for the coordination and completion of complex projects requiring interactions with many individuals in a matrix organizational structure
• Ability to work with minimal direction and to take the initiative to follow up on projects
• Ability to solve problems quickly and expedite jobs to accommodate research needs, work with changing priorities, and a demanding workload
• Proficient in using spreadsheet and database applications for financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports
• Ability to analyze financial data and reports to draw meaningful conclusions
• Possess strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated success with working independently as well as working in a team
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal financial guidelines as stated in the Uniform Guidance
• Knowledge of state and foundation grant/contract budgeting, financial reporting, and policies regarding the use of funds
• Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and University accounting policies and procedures
• Thorough understanding of research administration guidelines of Federal and non-Federal sponsors supporting research and educational activities in a publicly funded University
• Knowledge of applicable compliance requirements for research administration, i.e., human or animal subjects in research, financial conflict of interest, biosafety, etc.
• Proficient in using AggieEnterprise and Microsoft 365, and/or ability to learn new applications related to finance, accounting, and research
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures on personnel and payroll, purchasing, travel, entertainment, transfers of expenses, invoicing, and collections
• Proficient in using spreadsheet and database applications for financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports
• Ability to analyze financial data and reports to draw meaningful conclusions
• Possess strong attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Research Administrator (CRA) and/or Research Administration Certification
• Experience working with and/or knowledge of individuals with Neurodevelopmental conditions

Key Responsibilities

• 60% - FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AND ANALYSIS
• 25% - SUPERVISION
• 5% - STRATEGIC PLANNING
• 5% - POST-AWARD GRANTS MANAGEMENT
• 5% - OTHER DUTIES AND SPECIAL PROJECTS

Department Overview

The MIND Institute is a research and clinical center whose mission involves awareness, understanding, and treatment of the challenges associated with neurodevelopmental disabilities. It is a matrix organization and encompasses over 250 faculty and staff from 14 academic departments with an annual operating budget of approximately $4 million, contract awards totaling approximately $16 million, and gifts and endowments valued at approximately $14 million. The MIND Institute also houses 2 sponsored center grants: the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Research Center (NIH) and University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (AUCD), 4 federally sponsored training grants: Autism Research Training Program (NIH), Developmental Behavioral Pediatric Fellowship Program (HRSA), Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (HRSA), and Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training Program (HRSA).

The Imaging Research Center (IRC) supports human imaging science research and promotes the use of modern imaging methods in basic science and clinical investigations of the brain and body. The IRC supports basic science and clinical research that investigates the structure and function of the nervous system, including perceptual, motor, and cognitive function, using real-time functional imaging techniques, and research that investigates systemic physiology and morphology in health and disease. The Center has 2 MRI scanners located in two distinct facilities, Sacramento and Davis. The IRC brings in approximately $1.2M in annual income.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $2,954.02- $5,360.15
• Salary Frequency: Bi-weekly
• Salary Grade: 22
• UC Job Title: FINANCIAL ANL SUPV 1
• UC Job Code: 004623
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100% Full-time
• Shift (Work Schedule): M-F (8 AM-5 PM)
• Location: M.I.N.D. Institute Clinic, Sacramento, CA
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources, and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial, and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

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• High-quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits, including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program, including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered, including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles, including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here.

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

• UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco-free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis-owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
• Ability to work occasional overtime, including weekends, to meet project deadlines.
• May require travel to other UCD locations within the Sacramento campus and Davis campus.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position.

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation, clearance, and functional capacity assessment.
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and training requirements.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

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As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan, and our strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.

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