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Berkeley, California
Sacramento, California
BELVEDERE TIBURON, California
Berkeley, California
Berkeley, California
Merced, California
Davis, California
Posted: 15-Jan-23
Location: Stanford, California
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 97582
Welcome to Land, Buildings & Real Estate:
Land, Buildings & Real Estate (LBRE) is the operational core of Stanford University's physical campus. LBRE constructs and maintains the Stanford campus, where advancements across the academic spectrum are made possible. Our work is founded upon the collective value of dedication, innovation, expertise, teamwork, and continuous improvement. We are committed to serving the university's academic mission, as well as preserving and enhancing Stanford's 8,180 acres, and pride ourselves on supporting the teaching and research of the university as "Caretakers of a Legacy."
Who We Are:
Finance & Administration (F&A) provides the foundation for Land, Buildings & Real Estate (LBRE) operations including budgets, capital funding coordination and documentation, information technology systems, authority and approvals, internal controls, compliance, accounting and reporting and human resources for LBRE. We are the liaison with other university financial departments, Research Administration, Human Resources, the Cabinet and Board of Trustees.
Within F&A is the Finance for Academic Projects team. Our team is an integral part of LBRE, and this position will play a vital role in contributing to the success of the department.
Who you are:
You have a passion for all things math, systems, and business. You realized that Accounting perfectly blends these together and this is why you pursued a career in Accounting! You are also an accountant who is highly analytical and communicates effectively with anyone within an organization. You possess strong interpersonal communication skills both written and verbal. You have a proven track record of using analysis to influence decision-making and can successfully articulate insights and outcomes to executives and peers. That means that you can take financial data and translate that into a story that is understandable for our non-technical staff and leave the financial jargon out of it when necessary.
You are more than comfortable with technology, both financial systems and non-financial systems. You embrace technology as you realize that it is a perfect complement to financial data analysis.
Proactive monitoring of transactions is second nature to you, not only that but you are able to interpret internal policies, rules, and compliance along with external regulations to ensure that the proper action is taken. You understand the importance of strong internal controls and use that knowledge to make processes better.
You can Identify and resolve unique issues with substantial significance; recognize exceptions, conduct in-depth analysis using advanced technical knowledge and experience. You possess excellent excel skills.
You like to share your knowledge with others because you thrive in a collaborative environment. While you may be new to a role or even new to using a system, once you learn it, you enjoy sharing that knowledge with team members.
You are meticulously detail oriented, insatiably curious, and full of integrity.
Who will you support:
There are many departments at LBRE, your primary focus will be on, but not limited to the Department of Project management (DPM). DPM is responsible for managing most of the construction activity for the University. DPM currently has a construction portfolio of 250 projects totaling more than $2 billion.
What work will you do**:
- Responsibilities include logging, coding, routing, and paying invoices.
- Maintain data in LBRE's project management software and the University's Oracle financial system. Ensure accuracy and timeliness of data in the project management software.
- Run and analyze monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc reports for a variety of stakeholders.
- Recommend, assist, test, or implement process streamlining, system improvements or workflow changes.
- Serve as a liaison to other departments to resolve accounting-related issues.
- Participate as a member of a project team and contribute to change management strategy through communication and collaboration with others.
- Interpret, implement, and ensure compliance with university policies and procedures.
- May train, coach, and review the work of other staff, as needed. Contribute primarily through applying individual expertise.
- Assist with special projects as necessary.
**Additional duties as applicable to the role
What we are looking for:
- You have an Associate's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or Economics and two years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.
- You are proficient with Excel - advanced formula use.
- Proficiency in basic business applications, such as Microsoft Office.
- Basic knowledge of accounting systems and the internet; computer literacy.
- Understanding of and ability to apply accounting skills and concepts.
- Ability to draft professional e-mails, memos, business letters, and reports.
- Ability to communicate information clearly and effectively to internal audiences and client groups.
- Ability to learn project management skills and to participate as part of a project team.
Preferred but not required:
- Proficiency with Oracle systems in general
- Bachelor's Degree
The expected pay range for this position at 100% FTE is $65,000.00 to $90,000.00 per annum. This position is part-time, 75% FTE.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
Why Stanford is for You
Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:
- Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
- A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
- A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
- Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
- Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!
How to Apply
We invite you to apply by clicking on the "Apply for Job" button. Don't forget to attach your resume.
Stanford is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.
Final offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of national criminal background check, national sex offender registry search and, where applicable, driving record.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory for all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
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