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College Board - Finance DepartmentHybrid - NYC(Onsite a few times per Month)About the TeamThe Investments & Strategic Initiatives (I&SI) team at the College Board is a highly visible and prestigious group that offers tremendous opportunities for professional development. This is a team of four that is committed to delivering top-notch financial and strategic analysis to support critical business and investment decisions. This team has unique exposure to the fast-growing EdTech and impact investing sectors and will collaborate closely with other divisions, including the well-known Advanced Placement (AP), SAT, and BigFuture programs. This team is at the forefront of EdTech investments and will help to drive meaningful change that transforms the lives of students across the globe.About the OpportunityAs an Associate on the I&SI team, you will play an integral role in driving financial excellence at the College Board. Your responsibilities will include building sophisticated financial models, developing compelling business cases, and evaluating equity investments and strategic initiatives that align with the College Board's mission. You will be instrumental in identifying new areas of growth and making significant contributions to preserve the College Board's financial strength, ensuring that all students have access to a bright and prosperous future. In this role, you will collaborate closely with senior leaders from the Finance, Strategy, and Executive Leadership teams to evaluate and execute strategic initiatives and impact investments. We encourage applicants who aspire to attend a top Business School to pursue their MBA after 2-3 years, in the past, this has differentiated previous Associates from those who follow a more conventional path.In this role, you will:Lead Corporate Finance Projects (50%)Partner with business and finance leaders to provide analytical support to optimize strategic decisions.Build and maintain complex financial models including 3-statement forecast models, buy-versus-build analysis, and financial return analysis.Evaluate financial impact of acquisitions and strategic partnership opportunities.Prepare effective presentation materials and memos that summarize financial analysis and recommendations for senior executives.Develop deep expertise in College Board programs and new markets that are of strategic importance to the College Board.Grow our Impact Investment Portfolio (50%)Originate investments in mission-aligned private companies for the College Board's growing impact investment portfolio via industry research and meetings with Edtech investors and entrepreneurs.Participate in due diligence process to evaluate mission impact potential, financial return, and strategic benefits of investments in early-stage education technology companies.Lead all aspects of the financial analysis to evaluate investment opportunities.Support portfolio management and reporting process for impact investment portfolio.Prepare investment memos and participate in Investment Committee approval meetings.Research public and private companies in the education technology sector and prepare company overviews for College Board executive leadership. About you, you have:A minimum of 2 years of experience in financial analysis, in investment banking or a principal investing role. Exceptional attention to detail.Professional training in financial modeling and valuation, and a strong understanding of accounting.Strong quantitative skills with a finance, accounting and/or related background.Strong written and verbal communication skills, including facilitating meetings and presenting remotely and in-person to senior executives.The ability to learn quickly and take on new responsibilities when given the opportunity.Strong work ethic along with a high level of enthusiasm, initiative, and leadership aspirations.A strong interest in expanding educational opportunities for all students.A bachelor's degree (finance, accounting, or business preferred).Ability to work in the US without sponsorship.About Our ProcessApplication review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.While the hiring process may vary, it generally includes: resume and application submission, recruiter phone screen, hiring manager interview, performance exercise and/or panel interview, and reference checks. This is an approximate 8-week process.About Our Benefits & CompensationCollege Board offers a competitive benefits and compensation program that attracts top talent looking to make a difference in education. As a self-sustaining non-profit, we believe in compensating employees equitably in relation to each other, their qualifications, their impact, and the relevant market.The hiring range for a new employee in this position is $80,000-130,000. College Board differentiates salaries by location so where you live will narrow the portion of this range in which you can expect a salary. Your salary will be carefully determined based on your location, relevant experience, the external labor market, and the pay of College Board employees in similar roles. College Board strives to provide our best offer up front based on this criterion.Your salary is only one part of all that College Board offers, including but not limited to:A comprehensive package designed to support the well-being of employees and their families and promote education. Our robust benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, fertility benefits, pet insurance, tuition assistance, retirement benefits, and more.Recognition of exceptional performance through annual bonuses, salary growth over time through market increases, and opportunities for merit raises and promotions based on increased scope of responsibility.A job that matters, a team that cares, and a place to learn, innovate and thrive.You can expect to have transparent conversations about benefits and compensation with our recruiters throughout your application process.About Our CultureOur community matters, and we strive to practice and improve our culture daily. Here are some headlines:We are motivated to positively impact the educational and career trajectories of millions of students a year.We prioritize building a diverse and inclusive team where every employee can thrive, and every voice is heard.We value learning and growth; we offer formal and informal ways to lead through your superpowers, sharpen your strengths, and meet your development goals.We offer a transparent approach to promotions and merit raises, annual performance-based bonuses, and how to grow your career here over time.#LI-TheAcorn#LI-Hybrid

DescriptionAccounting Specialist - College of Veterinary Medicine The College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking an Accounting Specialist to provide accounting support to major financial accounting areas including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and account reconciliation. This position is one of two order clerks for the department and has significant contact with outside vendors. Position communicates with lab directors and managers, principal investigators (PI's), the director of diagnostic laboratory services, and section chiefs to facilitate the acquisition and payment of products and services all in accordance with university policies and procedures. Position also performs complex accounting to ensure that accounts accurately represent the current status of fund availability. QualificationsTypical Duties and Responsibilities:Purchasing and Funds Management:Oversees supply orders by verifying appropriate account numbers, required signatures, price quotes, and contract availability. Adheres to fiscal policy regarding equipment purchases as well as single vendor purchases of over $10,000.00.  For new contracts/purchase orders, assists supervisor with data compilation regarding items and frequency of usage to determine quantity as well as vendor specification (non-competitive vs. competitive). Information regarding long-standing vendors must be detailed, accurate and easily accessible to facilitate supply requisition as well as to assist with the resolution of issues or problems.  The monitoring of order fulfillment is necessary to ensure that faculty and staff can conduct their various duties.   Manages commitment line items with the use of fund encumbrances for any and all supply orders to include initial funds reservation, fund modifications, and encumbrance completion.  This process assists the position supervisor and Business Manager with determining fund availability at any given time for specific programs and projects.Accounts Payable:                                                                                           Expedites vendor payments.  Verifies and secures vendor information to facilitate the invoice payment process in IRIS.   Prepares documents for commitment of funds to include ensuring authorized account distribution, G/L commitment, valid vendor number/account, and if required, authorized signatures (PI, department head, business manager, laboratory section chiefs, etc.).   Assists with the capitalization of equipment in IRIS.  Determines asset classification and completes all necessary data for asset creation.  The invoice payment will finalize the process by utilizing complex posting or purchase order transactions to complete the asset capitalization for equipment inventory.  Maintains asset information for equipment inventory verification.Accounts Receivable:                                                                                         Assists supervisor in reviewing the service center billings for entry into IRIS.Prepares receipt of funds for deposit by securing appropriate documentation (invoices, designated recoveries, sponsor awards, outreach program initiatives such as HABIT and Dog Bite Prevention).  Verifies account distribution and G/L distribution.Procurement Card/Reconciliation:             Reconciles all charges for Diagnostic Sciences procurement card holders, including proper documentation, pertinent Cost Centers or WBS Elements, accurate G/L codes, distribution of charges, determining authorized purchases, providing descriptive data for each charge to facilitate reporting by position supervisor, Business Manager, and Accounting Assistant III for PIs, laboratory directors, director of diagnostic services and department head.   Troubleshoots all discrepancies and contested charges for resolution with department and card vendor.   Assists Office of Audit in regards to information which ensures that the department is adhering to fiscal policies and guidelines established by the University of Tennessee.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed:Knowledge of basic accounting principles. Excellent organizational skills. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Strong computer skills in word processing and spreadsheet setup and calculations. Problem solving skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to pay close attention to detail. Ability to multi-task.  Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma or GED with two years of bookkeeping, accounting, or business-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Preferred Qualifications:Minimum of 4 years working in a bookkeeping/accounting capacity. Extensive knowledge of IRIS, OMB Uniform Guidance, and an animal hospital billing system, or ability to rapidly acquire.Job: Other Admin Asst/Secr/ClericalPrimary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxvilleOrganization: Biomedical & Diagnostic SciencesSchedule: Full-timeJob Posting: Apr 25, 2024, 3:51:38 PM

JOB TITLE: Sr. Financial Analyst FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Salaried - ExemptPOSITION SUMMARY: The Sr. Financial Analyst's primary role is to bring visibility and predictability to all areas related to insurance, which represents a substantial portion of a $7.7B company's financial risk. The Sr. Financial Analyst is a systemic thinker who sees and documents patterns and trends in complex financial models. Using the insight gained through analysis, the Sr. Financial Analyst will evaluate and recommend strategies for reducing risk to the company. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: This position reports directly to the Actuarial Consultant with a high level of accountability to the Insurance and Finance departments.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Support long-term profitability of the enterprise through ongoing analysis of claims frequency & severity.Analyze and proactively/consistently report on trends in data, including but not limited to, claims frequency and severity, reserves, claims expenses, etc.Understand contribution to the long-term sustainability of the company, and highlight areas of exception along with recommendations for adjustment.Foster an atmosphere of collaboration between the Insurance and Finance Departments, and with external Actuaries, Actuarial Consultants, and Accounting firms.Understanding of actuarial studies, forecast and develop losses, and analyze reserve adequacy. Formulate and develop hypostasis based on analysis described, develop conclusions, investigate reasons for unexpected results, and test and measure reliability of suggested results.Self-directed professional development and maintenance of knowledge of current laws, events, industry trends and economic factors that may impact BBSI and its clients.Runs and prepares reserve reports for Management.Ensures all statistical data is correlated and correctly reflected in PEO rates.Work under established guidelines and controls including but not limited to, GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principals), and Sarbanes-Oxley Act guidelines. CORE TRAITS/COMPETENCIES:Business acumen Innately curious Results and solution-orientedAbility to operationalize and communicate conceptsStakeholder mentality REQUIREMENTS:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, or related field7+ years of financial and accounting experience, preferably with experience in insurance.Proficiency with Excel, Access, and SQL required; Power BI preferredSalary and Other Compensation:The starting hourly rate for this position is between $80,000.00-116,000.00 per year. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography, skills, education, experience, certifications, and other qualifications of the candidate.This position is also eligible for annual incentive pay equal to 10% of annual regular pay, prorated in the first year, in accordance with the terms of the Company's plan.Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, health savings account, flexible savings account, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, accidental death and dismemberment, life insurance, voluntary life insurance, voluntary disability insurance, voluntary accident, voluntary critical care, voluntary hospital indemnity, legal, identity & fraud protection, commuter benefits, pet insurance, employee stock purchase program, and an employee assistance program.Paid Time Off: Accrued sick leave of 1 hour for every 40 hours of work, with maximum based on state or regional requirements; vacation accrues up to 80 hours in the first year, up to 120 hours in years 2-4, and up to 160 hours in the fifth year; 6 paid holidays annually, 4 paid volunteer days annually.Diversity and Inclusion are critical parts of our corporate culture. BBSI strives to create a workplace where everyone feels included and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work, and is treated fairly. BBSI is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit.If you meet the above requirements, we welcome the opportunity to learn more about you. For more information, visit us at www. bbsi.com Please apply via this posting and not by contacting our local or corporate offices.Click here to review the BBSI Privacy Policy: https://www.bbsi.com/privacy-policy

Bankers Life®, one of the most respected brands in the Financial Services industry, is seeking ambitious individuals to grow our team of Insurance Agents and Financial Representatives. If you have a passion for helping others achieve their financial goals, are a natural networker, enjoy critical thinking, and strive to better your career, then consider joining our winning team of Financial Professionals.Our award-winning training equips you with the knowledge, skills, and financial strategies you need to be successful and confident in this career. Many of our talented Insurance Agents use this advantage to become a Bankers Life Securities, Inc. Financial Representative, specializing in aiding clients in Wealth Management. Uncover your earning potential, build a workday around your lifestyle, and make an impact in your community every day. With access to local and national mentors, we will surround you with resources to aid in the development of your financial expertise, including but not limited to:Personal Planning Analysis - Asset & Income Protection - Investment & Advisory Services - Trust Services Wealth Management - Retirement SolutionsAs a Bankers Life Financial Services Professional Expect To:Build - Develop a client base by growing relationships with your network, establish and maintain strong customer relationships, offering guidance, and providing solutions to help families obtain financial freedom.Gain Expertise - Obtain knowledge beyond licensed agent training through sponsored course work, and proprietary agent development training.Guide - Presenting clients with the ability to preserve their retirement and grow their wealth. Use the latest software, and product illustrations to guide clients through important financial decisions.Own - Take ownership of your career as you master your craft and excel in Financial Services. Decide your path; delivering retirement protection, managing all client assets, or construct and lead your own team of agents and representatives.How Bankers Life will provide support:Hybrid Experience - Flexible in-office schedules once you complete your agent training and take off as a producing agent.Pre-Licensing Training - Bankers Life agents are provided pre-licensing training free of charge; individuals will need to pay for the state exam required to sell life and health products.Award-winning Training - Our training, conducted in office, by successful field leaders will fulfill your desire for continuous learning. Bankers Life has been named as a Training Apex Award Winner for eleven years and counting and a CLO LearningElite winner for five years and counting.Advancement Opportunities - Benefit-eligible management positions within local branch structure.What makes a great Financial Services Professional?Informative - Ability to present complicated concepts effectively and maintain uncompromising principals, such as honesty and integrity.Driven - Self-motivated to network and prospect for new clients, while demonstrating strong time-management skills.Sociable - Strong relationship building and communication skills will bond you with clients and colleagues.Dreamer - Competitive and entrepreneurial spirit to achieve success both for yourself and others.The Bankers Life Team comes from a variety of backgrounds including, but no limited to, sales, athletics, military, client services, or client-facing roles. Regardless of your professional experience level, we will provide you the skills and knowledge necessary for success. Our Financial Service Professionals help their clients live more and worry less. Apply now and join the team!!About us:With a rich history dating back to 1879, Bankers Life has grown from our founder's simple wish to make insurance affordable. Today we remain true to our heritage. Strength, stability, and service shape our culture as we help provide financial security solutions.Compensation & Benefits:Commission structure designed to grow with youRenewable income and Bonus programsFully paid insurance licensing, SIE, Series 6, Series 63, CFP®, and moreRetirement Savings ProgramNote: Applicants must reside in the state of position to be considered.

DESCRIPTIONAt Amazon, we're working to be the most Customer-centric company on earth. If innovation, diving deep into data, working with world class talent and partnering with cross functional teams to build capabilities to operate and accelerate an already fast growing business excites you, then we want you to be on our team! This role will be responsible for Amazon Intermodal Network Design, focusing on optimizing intermodal attainment across the Amazon network to improve speed, compound cost savings and drive sustainability for a $1B+ business. Amazon Intermodal (AZIM) is key to Amazon’s internal transportation mix and is our preferred mode of transportation when we favor cost and sustainability over speed for long-haul (> 500miles) shipments. In 2018, Amazon embarked on their 1P (AZIM) strategy to increase capacity and reduce cost, and since then have scaled to be the 4th largest intermodal carrier in NA. The Principal Supply Chain Manager of AZIM Network Design will lead optimization and design related initiatives. The Amazon Intermodal team is experiencing rapid growth and is looking for a talented, driven, curious and highly analytical executive, with an appetite for driving change at a large scale. The successful candidate will have strong program management, analytical and communication skills. You are analytical and creative, and you don’t quit until you solve the problem. You thrive by providing business intelligence that is timely, accurate, and actionable. Key job responsibilities• Manage full lifecycle of complex cross-functional programs with considerable impact across multiple organizations. • Development of the overall program strategy, tactically driving teams in and outside of your organization to deliver.• Define the program (mission, vision, tenets), set objectives, analyze data and drive improvements that are quantified with metrics• Work autonomously in an ambiguous environment, seeking to understand business problems, automation limitations, scaling factors, boundary conditions and reasons behind leadership decisions.• Partner with teams across the business you support and beyond to source, allocate, and coordinate resources.• Partner with customers, internal/external teams to determine what projects move forward and in what priority order. • Oversee gaps between teams, processes and systems, helping teams reduce exposure to classic failure modes (e.g., requirements not sufficiently understood or documented, ineffective cross-team collaboration, long-term impact(s) from third-party solutions, security not considered, insufficient stakeholder review, etc.). • Solve ambiguous problems and proactively identify and mitigate risks (before they become roadblocks). • Develop, implement, and govern KPI reporting for a portfolio of programs, providing visibility to the milestones, and performance across all projects. A day in the lifeEach day brings new challenges and opportunities to be a big leader and have the opportunity to truly run a business. Assisting in hiring, developing and insisting on high standards for cost, process implementation and rigor, as well as KPI development will be the primary focus early on in tenure. Your impact will drive reduce speed across each leg of the intermodal supply chain, work across Amazon and Rail partners to improve cost and, ultimately growing attainment and driving parity with to truckload. We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:Nashville, TN, USA | Phoenix, AZ, USA | Seattle, WA, USABASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 7+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience- 7+ years of program or project management experience- Experience managing, analyzing and communicating results to senior leadership- 7+ years of working cross functionally across several teams experience- 10+ years of supply chain experience- Bachelor's degree- Experience implementing repeatable processes and driving automation or standardization- Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvementsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Experience delivering projects within scope, time, budget and qualityAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $128,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $212,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

DESCRIPTIONAt Amazon, we're working to be the most Customer-centric company on earth. If innovation, diving deep into data, working with world class talent and partnering with cross functional teams to build capabilities to operate and accelerate an already fast growing business excites you, then we want you to be on our team! This role will be responsible for Amazon Intermodal Network Design, focusing on optimizing intermodal attainment across the Amazon network to improve speed, compound cost savings and drive sustainability for a $1B+ business. Amazon Intermodal (AZIM) is key to Amazon’s internal transportation mix and is our preferred mode of transportation when we favor cost and sustainability over speed for long-haul (> 500miles) shipments. In 2018, Amazon embarked on their 1P (AZIM) strategy to increase capacity and reduce cost, and since then have scaled to be the 4th largest intermodal carrier in NA. The Principal Supply Chain Manager of AZIM Network Design will lead optimization and design related initiatives. The Amazon Intermodal team is experiencing rapid growth and is looking for a talented, driven, curious and highly analytical executive, with an appetite for driving change at a large scale. The successful candidate will have strong program management, analytical and communication skills. You are analytical and creative, and you don’t quit until you solve the problem. You thrive by providing business intelligence that is timely, accurate, and actionable. Key job responsibilities• Manage full lifecycle of complex cross-functional programs with considerable impact across multiple organizations. • Development of the overall program strategy, tactically driving teams in and outside of your organization to deliver.• Define the program (mission, vision, tenets), set objectives, analyze data and drive improvements that are quantified with metrics• Work autonomously in an ambiguous environment, seeking to understand business problems, automation limitations, scaling factors, boundary conditions and reasons behind leadership decisions.• Partner with teams across the business you support and beyond to source, allocate, and coordinate resources.• Partner with customers, internal/external teams to determine what projects move forward and in what priority order. • Oversee gaps between teams, processes and systems, helping teams reduce exposure to classic failure modes (e.g., requirements not sufficiently understood or documented, ineffective cross-team collaboration, long-term impact(s) from third-party solutions, security not considered, insufficient stakeholder review, etc.). • Solve ambiguous problems and proactively identify and mitigate risks (before they become roadblocks). • Develop, implement, and govern KPI reporting for a portfolio of programs, providing visibility to the milestones, and performance across all projects. A day in the lifeEach day brings new challenges and opportunities to be a big leader and have the opportunity to truly run a business. Assisting in hiring, developing and insisting on high standards for cost, process implementation and rigor, as well as KPI development will be the primary focus early on in tenure. Your impact will drive reduce speed across each leg of the intermodal supply chain, work across Amazon and Rail partners to improve cost and, ultimately growing attainment and driving parity with to truckload. We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:Nashville, TN, USA | Phoenix, AZ, USA | Seattle, WA, USABASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 7+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience- 7+ years of program or project management experience- 5+ years of managing, analyzing and communicating results to senior leadership experience- 7+ years of working cross functionally across several teams experience- 10+ years of supply chain experience- Bachelor's degree- Experience implementing repeatable processes and driving automation or standardization- Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvementsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Experience delivering projects within scope, time, budget and qualityAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $128,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $212,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

DescriptionTitle: Research Accountant 1Department: Division of Research Administration (DRA) office as a part of the Office of Research, Innovation and Economic DevelopmentThis is an LDA - Limited Duration Appointment position. Job Summary/Essential Job FunctionsThis position serves as an Accountant Level I in the Division of Research Administration (DRA). This department provides financial administrative service to the research community for post-award functions as part of the Office of Research, Innovation, and Economic Development. Sponsored project and agency fund expenditures financially reported and collected by this unit totaled $468M in FY2023. Accountants within DRA are responsible for the financial management of millions of dollars per individual portfolio; financial compliance reviews; submitting financial reports; providing financial guidance to Principal Investigators, Business Managers, Budget Directors, and others within UT departments; serving as financial point of contact with outside sponsors; and accounts receivable collections. This is a very fast-paced, high volume environment in which one must be able to manage multiple deadlines; exercise good judgment and decision making skills; apply knowledge of UT fiscal policy, federal regulations, and sponsors’ terms and conditions; and conform to those requirements to reduce the risk of loss of funds for the University. The Accountant Level I has substantial accountability, independent decision making capabilities, and handles numerous sponsors. This position performs financial tasks with minimal supervision, has extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment, and draws conclusions on financial and compliance-related issues. Research Accountants provide exceptional service to faculty, staff, administrators, and sponsors regarding the fiscal management of sponsored funds; the mitigation of potential compliance risks and liability; the navigation of research administration tools and systems; and and the overall management of sponsored accounts. This position is part of the career path program within DRA involving increasing levels of responsibilities from Accountant Level I, to Accountant Level II, to Accountant Level III, to Manager.Duties and ResponsibilitiesPost-Award Financial Administration•  Provides guidance and oversight to Researchers, Business Managers, Budget Directors, and others within UT departments in the fiscal management of sponsored funds.•  Interprets and applies fiscal regulations and guidelines to ensure all Federal, State, University, and private sponsor requirements are met for effective financial reporting purposes.•  Evaluates allowability and allocability of costs based on federal regulations, sponsor terms, fiscal policies, and other applicable guidelines to report to sponsors.•  Analyzes and effectively resolves problems related to all aspects of financial compliance.•  Evaluates sponsors' financial terms and conditions; departmental and sponsors' budgets and corresponding justifications; and financial reporting requirements of awards for efficient and compliant account management.•  Monitors sponsor budgets, cost share, subawards, guidelines, and expenses for allowability and compliance.•  Manages numerous and competing deadlines to ensure contractual terms and conditions are met and the University is not exposed to financial liability due to missed deadlines.•  Proficiently utilizes an array of secure web-based federal, state, and private sponsor systems for financial reporting, letter of credit draws, and reimbursement requests per sponsor requirements.•  Monitors accounts receivable to maximize the University's cash flow. Recommends referral of delinquent accounts to UT Legal Counsel.•  Prepares reports quarterly, semi-annually, and annually for federal agencies and sponsors as required.•  Annually reviews fund balances to properly classify revenues for University financial statements.•  Develops, prepares, and maintains the closeout of reports, financial documentation, Schedules of Final Charges, and related work papers that accurately represent financial expenses to sponsors per University fiscal policy and sponsor guidelines. Work papers detail adjustments, reconciliations, justifications, cost share information, program income and all other facets involved in the accurate reporting of a sponsored project.Compliance•  Conducts and monitors compliance activities and accurately applies relevant fiscal policies and sponsor requirements to mitigate the risks of financial liability that could result from Federal, State, University, and private audits.•  Analyzes expenditure documentation to determine if allowable, allocable, and consistently applied.•  Interprets and enforces award terms and conditions to ensure financial compliance.•  Monitors applicable salary cap restrictions, timely effort certification, potential high-risk expenditures, and directs departments on corrective resolutions.•  Reviews cost share expenditures, third party, and in-kind cost share to ensure compliance with sponsor requirements.•  Participates and assists with internal and external audit related issues.•  Monitors limitation of funds requirements and advises Researchers, Business Managers, Budget Directors, and others within UT departments when to contact sponsors for additional funding.•  Stays abreast of Federal, State, and University regulations related to research issues by researching materials and attending conferences, among other methods, to advance knowledge and understanding of complex compliance risk-assessment and mitigation.Collaboration External to Department•  Provides exceptional service to faculty, staff, administrators, and sponsors regarding the fiscal management of sponsored funds; the mitigation of potential compliance risks and liability; the navigation of research administration tools and systems; and and the overall management of sponsored accounts. Assists in pro-actively identifying, proposing solutions, and working towards resolution of complex matters.•  Coordinates with departments, Principal Investigators, Controller's Office, Treasurer's Office, General Counsel, and DRA Proposal and Awards teams for the accurate, timely, and compliant completion of closeout documents.•  Serves as liaison with sponsoring agencies regarding fiscal and administrative matters.•  Assists in the preparation of related training materials and the organization of workshops to provide guidance to Principal Investigators, Business Managers, and other departmental staff.Collaboration Internal to Department•  Instrumental in the testing and implementation of innovative digital processes regarding research projects which will position DRA to more closely align with the University's goal to be a Top 25 public research organization and to become more environmentally conscious and cost-efficient.•  Provides input and collaborative support to streamline operations, automate processes, formalize procedures, enhance customer service, and facilitate departmental goals.•  Serves as a mentor to newly-hired Accountants to guide their professional development.•  Collaborates to develop internal training materials to provide guidance.Required knowledge, skills, and abilities*Ability to communicate effectively, including active listening skills, plus the ability to work with a diverse group of faculty, staff, administrators and other stakeholders.*Ability to prioritize and manage a high-volume of complex projects simultaneously to meet constant deadlines in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.*Ability to be detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.*Ability to be flexible, have sound judgment with an open and collaborative style of work that encourages teamwork and cooperation.*Ability to provide excellent customer service with a commitment to exceptional quality.*Ability to think analytically, quantitatively, creatively, and strategically and to work with ambiguity.*Skill to be an independent thinker with professional skepticism.*Ability to be a team player who works well collectively and collaboratively with colleagues to achieve common goals.*Knowledge of Microsoft Office.Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities*Knowledge of research administration issues including financial management and the ability to interpret and communicate federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to research administration operations, policies, and procedures.*Knowledge of UT fiscal, human resource, and research policies*Knowledge of Uniform Guidance, Federal Acquisition Regulations, and granting agency requirements.*Experience with IRIS, Cayuse, and PowerBIQualificationsRequired level/type of experience and/or years of experienceBachelor's Degree and three years of accounting-related work experience and minimum of six hours of accredited college accounting coursePreferred level/type of experience and/or years of experienceBachelor's Degree in Accounting or business-related field Experience working with grants and contracts in a University setting Certified Research Administrator or Certified Public AccountantOther Conditions of Employment required to perform essential functions of this position (i.e. the employee would lose their job if at some point they didn’t meet these conditions.) •  It is essential that the employee in this position obtains access to sponsors’ portals for financial reporting and billings. Access to sponsor portals may require creating personal accounts using personal information.Additional InformationPlease attach the following electronic documents to the application: Cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses (postal and electronic), and telephone numbers of at least three references.Websiteshttps://research.utk.edu/oried/https://research.utk.edu/research-administration/Job: Other ProfessionalPrimary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxvilleOrganization: Financial Management & ComplianceSchedule: Full-timeJob Posting: May 21, 2024, 8:12:44 AM

DescriptionTitle: Senior Research Accountant 1 - Hiring for multiple positionsDepartment:  Division of Research Administration (DRA) office as a part of the Office of Research, Innovation and Economic Development·         Salary will be based on experience and qualifications. Pay grade TBD.   Job Summary/Essential Job FunctionsThis position serves as an Accountant Level I in the Division of Research Administration (DRA).  This department provides financial administrative service to the research community for post-award functions as part of the Office of Research, Innovation, and Economic Development.  Sponsored project and agency fund expenditures financially reported and collected by this unit totaled $468M in FY2023.  Accountants within DRA are responsible for the financial management of millions of dollars per individual portfolio; financial compliance reviews; submitting financial reports; providing financial guidance to Principal Investigators, Business Managers, Budget Directors, and others within UT departments; serving as financial point of contact with outside sponsors; and accounts receivable collections.  This is a very fast-paced, high volume environment in which one must be able to manage multiple deadlines; exercise good judgment and decision making skills; apply knowledge of UT fiscal policy, federal regulations, and sponsors’ terms and conditions; and conform to those requirements to reduce the risk of loss of funds for the University.  The Accountant Level I has substantial accountability, independent decision making capabilities, and handles numerous sponsors. This position performs financial tasks with minimal supervision, has extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment, and draws conclusions on financial and compliance-related issues. Research Accountants provide exceptional service to faculty, staff, administrators, and sponsors regarding the fiscal management of sponsored funds; the mitigation of potential compliance risks and liability; the navigation of research administration tools and systems; and and the overall management of sponsored accounts. This position is part of the career path program within DRA involving increasing levels of responsibilities from Accountant Level I, to Accountant Level II, to Accountant Level III, to Manager.Duties and ResponsibilitiesPost-Award Financial Administration• Provides guidance and oversight to Researchers, Business Managers, Budget Directors, and others within UT departments in the fiscal management of sponsored funds.• Interprets and applies fiscal regulations and guidelines to ensure all Federal, State, University, and private sponsor requirements are met for effective financial reporting purposes.• Evaluates allowability and allocability of costs based on federal regulations, sponsor terms, fiscal policies, and other applicable guidelines to report to sponsors.• Analyzes and effectively resolves problems related to all aspects of financial compliance. • Evaluates sponsors' financial terms and conditions; departmental and sponsors' budgets and corresponding justifications; and financial reporting requirements of awards for efficient and compliant account management. • Monitors sponsor budgets, cost share, subawards, guidelines, and expenses for allowability and compliance. • Manages numerous and competing deadlines to ensure contractual terms and conditions are met and the University is not exposed to financial liability due to missed deadlines.• Proficiently utilizes an array of secure web-based federal, state, and private sponsor systems for financial reporting, letter of credit draws, and reimbursement requests per sponsor requirements.• Monitors accounts receivable to maximize the University's cash flow.  Recommends referral of delinquent accounts to UT Legal Counsel.• Prepares reports quarterly, semi-annually, and annually for federal agencies and sponsors as required.• Annually reviews fund balances to properly classify revenues for University financial statements.• Develops, prepares, and maintains the closeout of reports, financial documentation, Schedules of Final Charges, and related work papers that accurately represent financial expenses to sponsors per University fiscal policy and sponsor guidelines. Work papers detail adjustments, reconciliations, justifications, cost share information, program income and all other facets involved in the accurate reporting of a sponsored project.   Compliance• Conducts and monitors compliance activities and accurately applies relevant fiscal policies and sponsor requirements to mitigate the risks of financial liability that could result from Federal, State, University, and private audits.• Analyzes expenditure documentation to determine if allowable, allocable, and consistently applied.• Interprets and enforces award terms and conditions to ensure financial compliance. • Monitors applicable salary cap restrictions, timely effort certification, potential high-risk expenditures, and directs departments on corrective resolutions. • Reviews cost share expenditures, third party, and in-kind cost share to ensure compliance with sponsor requirements.• Participates and assists with internal and external audit related issues.• Monitors limitation of funds requirements and advises Researchers, Business Managers, Budget Directors, and others within UT departments when to contact sponsors for additional funding. • Stays abreast of Federal, State, and University regulations related to research issues by researching materials and attending conferences, among other methods, to advance knowledge and understanding of complex compliance risk-assessment and mitigation.Collaboration External to Department• Provides exceptional service to faculty, staff, administrators, and sponsors regarding the fiscal management of sponsored funds; the mitigation of potential compliance risks and liability; the navigation of research administration tools and systems; and and the overall management of sponsored accounts. Assists in pro-actively identifying, proposing solutions, and working towards resolution of complex matters.• Coordinates with departments, Principal Investigators, Controller's Office, Treasurer's Office, General Counsel, and DRA Proposal and Awards teams for the accurate, timely, and compliant completion of closeout documents. • Serves as liaison with sponsoring agencies regarding fiscal and administrative matters.  • Assists in the preparation of related training materials and the organization of workshops to provide guidance to Principal Investigators, Business Managers, and other departmental staff.Collaboration Internal to Department• Instrumental in the testing and implementation of innovative digital processes regarding research projects which will position DRA to more closely align with the University's goal to be a Top 25 public research organization and to become more environmentally conscious and cost-efficient.• Provides input and collaborative support to streamline operations, automate processes, formalize procedures, enhance customer service, and facilitate departmental goals.  • Serves as a mentor to newly-hired Accountants to guide their professional development.• Collaborates to develop internal training materials to provide guidance.Required knowledge, skills, and abilities*Ability to communicate effectively, including active listening skills, plus the ability to work with a diverse group of faculty, staff, administrators and other stakeholders.*Ability to prioritize and manage a high-volume of complex projects simultaneously to meet constant deadlines in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.*Ability to be detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.*Ability to be flexible, have sound judgment with an open and collaborative style of work that encourages teamwork and cooperation.  *Ability to provide excellent customer service with a commitment to exceptional quality.*Ability to think analytically, quantitatively, creatively, and strategically and to work with ambiguity.*Skill to be an independent thinker with professional skepticism.*Ability to be a team player who works well collectively and collaboratively with colleagues to achieve common goals.*Knowledge of Microsoft Office.Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities*Knowledge of research administration issues including financial management and the ability to interpret and communicate federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to research administration operations, policies, and procedures.*Knowledge of UT fiscal, human resource, and research policies*Knowledge of Uniform Guidance, Federal Acquisition Regulations, and granting agency requirements.*Experience with IRIS, Cayuse, and PowerBIQualificationsRequired level/type of experience and/or years of experienceBachelor's Degree and three years of accounting-related work experience and minimum of six hours of accredited college accounting coursesPreferred level/type of experience and/or years of experienceBachelor's Degree in Accounting or business-related fieldExperience working with grants and contracts in a University settingCertified Research Administrator or Certified Public Accountant Other Conditions of Employment required to perform essential functions of this position (i.e. the employee would lose their job if at some point they didn’t meet these conditions.) • It is essential that the employee in this position obtains access to sponsors’ portals for financial reporting and billings.  Access to sponsor portals may require creating personal accounts using personal information.Additional InformationPlease attach the following electronic documents to the application:  Cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses (postal and electronic), and telephone numbers of at least three references.Websiteshttps://research.utk.edu/oried/https://research.utk.edu/research-administration/The University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UT) is a research institution on the rise.  After setting a new institutional record for research expenditures in fiscal year 2023, we are responding to these increases and preparing a sustainable plan to meet our future staffing needs by adding multiple research accountants in the Division of Research Administration (DRA) within the Office of Research, Innovation, and Economic Development (ORIED).Are you a research administrator looking to grow your career?  If so, please consider joining our team!  We are proud that UT is considered one of America’s best employers, especially for women and working parents.  UT also proudly earned certification as a Great Place to Work.  Whether you want to work remotely or move toour beautiful hometown, UT wants to be the place where you take the next big step in your career.Why UT?ACHIEVE YOUR POTENTIAL.  DRA’s established career path provides many opportunities to grow your career and your compensation.  With realistic timelines and milestones for promotion, as well as significant funding for staff development through professional organizations like NCURA and SRAi, DRA continues to build and strengthen team experience to support the UT research enterprise while allowing each individual to craft their own unique career trajectory. FIT YOUR LIFESTYLE.  DRA offers flexible work schedules and locations for all team members.  Whether you want to work exclusively from the comfort of your own home in a fully remote position, come to campus for the complete UT experience, or enjoy a perfect hybrid of remote and in-person work—the choice is yours!  No matter where you are, DRA’s unmatched team support and leadership are available to help you. FIND YOUR PURPOSE.  Come work where you can make a difference, and where the important work you do is recognized and appreciated—by your leadership, your team members, and the faculty you support.If a position with a fully remote option and a defined career path, at an institution who is committed to personal and professional growth, sounds intriguing, please check out our posting!Job: Other ProfessionalPrimary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxvilleOrganization: Financial Management & ComplianceSchedule: Full-timeJob Posting: May 3, 2024, 3:15:14 PM

For more than one hundred years, the physicians at Campbell Clinic have been dedicated to delivering quality patient care to the people of Tennessee. Campbell Clinic is searching for a health care financial executive to serve as the Chief Financial Officer of the practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong visionary mind, strategic financial background, and proven leadership abilities. Campbell Clinic is a growing full service orthopaedic clinic with nine outpatient clinics and two ambulatory surgery centers in southeast Tennessee. The group now has over 90 providers and 800 employees and is recognized as a national and international leader in orthopaedic and musculoskeletal care. With offices in Germantown, Wolf River, Collierville, Southaven, Olive Branch, Arlington, Memphis and Oxford, the practice has a strong market position and world-class, board-certified physicians and surgeons. In addition to the full complement of specialty services, the practice provides oncology and orthobiologic medicine, orthopaedic urgent care walk-in clinics, physical therapy, sports performance and concussion care, advanced MRI imaging and surgical centers. The Chief Financial Officer is responsible for directing and overseeing all financial activities of the corporation. CFO direct responsibilities include: Responsible for continuous evaluation of the financial health of the organization to provide and meet short and long-term strategic financial objectives. Ensure timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial trends, and forecasts. * Direct and oversee all aspects of the Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Business Office, and HIM functions of the organization. * Evaluate and advise on the impact of long-range planning, introduction of new programs, strategies, and regulatory actions. Responsible for maintaining and reporting on current alternative payment models as well as recommending future alternative payment models/strategies to Administration and the Shareholders for consideration. Establish and maintain strong relationships with physicians as well as management to identify their needs and seek full range of business solutions. Provide Shareholders and Administration with advice on the financial implications of business activities and manage processes for financial forecasting, budgets and consolidation. Provide recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunities. Ensure that effective internal controls are in place and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting. Maintains a thorough working knowledge of federal, state, and managed care payment methodologies Monitors financial reporting and compliance with joint ventures and outside business ventures. Responsible for managed care pay or negotiations and review of contracts; principal liaison for contract and operational issues with managed care organizations. Develops, implements and monitors employee and physician incentive programs. An advanced degree in health care administration, business or financial operations is required. Prior medical group practice experience and multispecialty/surgical/ group practice financial management experience is essential. Strong leaders with high-level communication and leadership skills are encouraged to apply. Excellent salary and benefits, as well as a relocation package will be offered.Contact Information: Please send your resume via e-mail to: CBIZ -Somerset Attn: Kathy Rokita, CPA E-mail: [email protected] h0ro66soninqeh1go31q7vd01eprq7

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