Apply for Job Job ID363809 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyFinance Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code8222FG Employee ClassCivil Service Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job The Financial Professional 2 will be a member of the Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) finance team reporting to the CTSI Finance Manager. The position will be responsible for providing a variety of financial support services to the multiple Program areas and initiatives of CTSI. Essential Functions or Job Duties Financial analysis, management, and reporting (25%) Facilitate pilot project awards made throughout CTSI. Work with CTSI program areas and awardees in setting up chart strings, contracting with external vendors, monitoring balances, and closing out awards. Manage Internal Sales process for two program areas of CTSI including investigating and correcting invoice issues and participating in rate reviews. Maintain department contracts for the Biostatistical Design and Analysis Center (BDAC) of CTSI. Work with contracted departments across the Medical School on contract projected costs and transfers of contract funds. Prepare financial data to be used in reports to departments in regards to Department Contract usage. Financial transaction review and reconciliation (45%) Review and approve payroll abstracts Set up payroll distributions and complete adjusting/correcting payroll transactions. Facilitate the distribution and submission of effort statements for effort certification. Initiate payment requests and requisition requests. Approve financial transactions in Enterprise Financial System. Track computer inventory and oversee computer loaner pool. Advise staff on financial procedures and answer staff financial related questions. Maintain CTSI department chart strings and record monthly balances. Monitor department email account. Clinical Trial Financial Services (CTFS) support (25%) Data retrieval, data reconciliation, and data entry in support of CTFS post award team of CTSI utilizing financial systems and clinical trials management system. Other duties as assigned (5%) Qualifications All required qualifications must be documented on application materials. Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree and two years professional work experience or a combination of related education and work experience to equal six years. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel. Ability to communicate financial data to a non-financial audience. Familiarity with University's Enterprise Resource Planning system or other ERP systems. About the Department The University of Minnesota Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) mission is to accelerate and improve clinical and translational science research, education and improve health. CTSI provides consultation, training, support, and services to researchers and research teams across the translational continuum. CTSI is part of the national, NIH-funded Clinical Translational Science Award (CTSA) program/consortium that works together to improve the efficiency, quality, and impact of clinical and translational research and science. Benefits Working at the University At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work. The University also 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 Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. 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