Budget/Accounting Analyst (USA)

JOB SUMMARY –

Psychiatry Research and Clinical Budget/Accounting Analyst
Coordinate, monitor, analyze, and assist in the preparation of the departmental budget; conduct complex financial and budget analysis to assess and enhance financial and related operational methods and activities; prepare financial and cost accounting reports. Grant and clinical budgeting/accounting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze and prepare budgetary data for department budget, including rate projections and personnel salary/wage data.
• Research, analyze, prepare, and reconcile data for department budget; identify and research variances; create unique and often complex reports; make projections and recommendations; develop cost comparisons with previous budgets.
• Design, develop, and implement financial/budget reporting systems, including financial forecasting; prepare regular and special accounting and financial reports for department needs.
• Perform internal budget auditing function for department; recommend procedural changes; review data periodically to analyze trends affecting budget/accounting needs.
• Advise supervisor regarding budgetary matters; resolve routine budget issues concerning personnel, utilization of facilities, equipment, and funds; supervise clerical staff as required.
• Create and maintain systems for inventory control of equipment; monitor the purchase of material, services, equipment, and utilization of facilities and personnel.
• Review the preparation of contracts; write and update internal procedures and controls for outside vendor contracts; supervise support staff in this function.
• Serve as liaison with other departments to provide budget and cost accounting information.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required – accounting or finance focus preferred
• 3 years relevant post-degree experience required

Position Preferences:

• Advanced Microsoft Excel experience
• Strong attention to detail a must
• MyWorkday experience, especially in reporting
• Grant management, post-award experience

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Our professional administrative functions include critical supporting roles in information technology and informatics, finance, administration, legal and community affairs, human resources, communications and marketing, development, facilities, and many more.

At our growing health system, we support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose.

Core Accountabilities:

Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.