Financial Manager

A humble college founded before Texas was a state, Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.

Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation’s “ Great Colleges to Work For” . Great Colleges to Work For® is one of the country’s largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

What We Are Looking For

Baylor University is seeking a Financial Manager to serve as a key member of the Business Office within the Robbins College of Health and Human Sciences. The Financial Manager reports to the Business Officer and supports the mission of Baylor University by managing the departmental/unit fiscal functions in accordance with nonprofit accounting practices, federal and state guidelines, and University policies and procedures. The qualified candidate will provide responsible stewardship, leadership, and management of university and grant funding through the implementation of effective financial processes and management of daily financial operations.

A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field, three years of relevant experience is required. A Master's degree and five years of experience is preferred. Work is based in Waco, TX.

Additional Preferred Attributes include

• Excellent analytical skills, business acumen, and ability to identify data needs, and provide information to support decision-making
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Superior attention to detail when reviewing operational, grant and contract documents
• Ability to create and review complex budgets, learn new/complex concepts quickly and maintain knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, business policies and practices
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to make qualified judgements
• Ability to approach challenges and change in a positive manner
• Ability to multitask and prioritize daily workload
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyze and communicate information to inform recommended actions
• Demonstrated ability to maintain discretion and the highest professional standards in managing confidential information
• Research administration experience is a plus

All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What You Will Do

Specific duties include, but are not limited to

• Oversee business activities to include approval and appropriate accounting for requisitions, invoices, expense reports, new supplier requests, payments, gifts, and revenues in accordance with policies and regulations
• Assist Business Officer and University in ensuring appropriate execution of contracts, including analyzing, and negotiating business terms
• Assists Business Officer in documenting business requirements, gathering data, evaluating, and implementing plans, initiatives, strategies, and opportunities in support of the School/Division’s strategic plan
• Works collaboratively providing planning, analysis, forecasting, and reporting within designated department(s)/unit(s), including advising on appropriate policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Ensures departmental/unit accounts are reconciled timely and accurately, coordinating appropriate resolution, and communicating results
• Ensures departmental/unit support of audit functions, maintenance of internal controls and compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations
• Maintain expertise in chart of accounts, budgets, and forecasts for designated department(s)/unit(s)
• Maintains appropriate trainings/certifications and knowledge of financial guidelines, internal controls, and University, division and departmental policies and practices
• Works collaboratively with Business Officer, providing planning, financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting, monitoring the accuracy and completeness of fiscal information while examining revenue and expenditure trends and spend rates
• Advise Business Officer on financial matters, including proper accounting, internal controls, management of operational funds, grant funds, unrestricted funds, gifts, budgets, and expenditures
• Collaborates with Research Administrators on grant expenditures regarding compliance with allowability restrictions and university policy
• Assists in the preparation of financial reports to grantors, in collaboration with University Research Administrators and programmatic teams
• Develops and maintains annual operating and non-operating budgets for assigned departmental/unit funds
• Perform ad hoc duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission and as requested
• Support Business Officer in departmental/divisional personnel resource planning, including analysis of effort, classroom scheduling and allocation/optimization of personnel resources
• Ensures compliance with university policies, procedures, and regulations
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
• Ability to comply with university policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

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