Financial Manager

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The Finance Manager is responsible for managing financial activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, while directly executing tasks without supervising a team. This position focuses on the technical aspects of finance, requiring strong analytical skills and attention to detail to ensure accuracy and compliance in all financial processes.

Job Duty 1 - Prepare and analyze financial reports to provide accurate data for decision-making and ensure compliance with institutional policies and regulations.
Job Duty 2 - Develop detailed budgets for departments and projects, working closely with stakeholders to gather necessary financial information and projections.
Job Duty 3 - Monitor and track expenditures against budgets to identify discrepancies and provide recommendations for corrective actions.
Job Duty 4 - Conduct financial analysis to assess the institution's financial health and support strategic planning initiatives by providing data-driven insights.
Job Duty 5 - Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports for internal and external stakeholders to ensure transparency and accountability.
Job Duty 6 - Implement financial controls and processes to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations within the department.
Job Duty 7 - Stay informed about changes in financial regulations and best practices to ensure compliance and improve financial management processes.
Job Duty 8 - Participate in training sessions and professional development opportunities to continuously enhance technical skills and knowledge in financial management.
Job Duty 9 - Collaborate with various departments to gather financial data and provide support for grant proposals and funding requests.
Job Duty 10 - Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Educational Requirements
Associate's Degree in related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Experience
Two or more years of relevant experience.

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in related discipline or equivalent.

The salary range for this open position is $75,000 - $78,907. The final offer commensurate with education and experience.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

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This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.

Successful candidate must be able to pass a position of trust + credit background check. Please visit http://policylibrary.gatech.edu/employment/pre-employment-screening