Director Finance & Clinical Research - SOM Ped Admin

Description

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Summary:
The Director, Finance and Clinical Research Finance is responsible for the overall finance program for the Department of Pediatrics, including clinical finance, clinical research, budget development, and oversight of the finance team. The Director collaborates with staff within the department to provide oversight for all finance functions of the department.

Responsibilities:

1. Maintains a detailed understanding of finance as it relates to the School of Medicine and Faculty Practice. Collaborates closely with finance partners in the organization to resolve issues and ensure the accuracy of financial results for the department. Generates detailed internal financials and develops budgets and proformas for new programs and initiatives. Provides outstanding customer service for finance-related issues to to department administrative staff, divisions, the department chair, and other physician leaders in the department.
2. Leading Change - Leads people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Provides an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. Treats sensitive or confidential information appropriately. Works to improve and reinforce performance of others. Delegates assignments, clarifies expectations and holds others accountable for achieving results related to their area of responsibility. Encourages workforce engagement by building a commitment to excellence. Works collaboratively toward solutions that accomplish organizational objectives.
3. Leading People - Initiates and manages the change process, taking steps to remove barriers or accelerate its pace. Communicates a compelling vision and need for change that generates excitement, enthusiasm, and commitment to the process. Clearly communicates the direction, required performance, and challenges of change to all involved parties. Identifies and enlists the support of key individuals and groups to move the change forward. Obtains and provides resources to implement change initiatives. Serves as a role model by demonstrating commitment to innovation and continuous improvement in organizational performance.
4. Results Driven - Exceeds departmental and organizational goals and customer expectations. Makes decisions that produce high-quality results by applying knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. Delivers high-quality services and is committed to continuous improvement. Understands the overall financial performance of the organization and applies financial concepts and practices to establish and maintain realistic budgets. Uses financial information to monitor overall financial status of operations.

Other information:
Education Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance (or substantial equivalent with concentration in finance).
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
* No licensure or certification required.
Professional Experience Requirements:
* If a Bachelor's degree: Seven (7) years of progressive experience in health care budgeting/finance. Proven experience in managing multiple and complex projects.
* If an Associate's degree: Eleven (11) years of progressive experience in health care budgeting/finance. Proven experience in managing multiple and complex projects.
* If a High School diploma or GED: Fifteen (15) years of progressive experience in health care budgeting/finance. Proven experience in managing multiple and complex projects.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
* Understands and applies principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise.

Legal Employer: STATE

Entity: UNC Faculty Physicians

Organization Unit: SOM Ped Admin

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Assignment Type: Hybrid

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes

This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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