Position Details

UNT System Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System, or UNT World as we like to call ourselves. UNT World includes the University of North Texas in Denton, the University of North Texas at Dallas and the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region and we are committed to transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. Over the past decade, combined UNTS enrollment has grown by more than 25 percent to nearly 44,000 students.

Posting TitleSenior Financial ManagerDepartmentHSC-Inst Translational Research-304700Job LocationFort WorthFull Time/Part TimeSalary InformationSalary commensurate with experienceDepartment Summary

The Institute for Translational Research is devoted to bringing novel diagnostics and interventions to patients and families suffering from neurodegenerative diseases, fostering translational research in neurodegenerative diseases at UNTHSC, and Create solutions for a healthier community.

Our team spans basic “bench-top” science, clinical research, community-based research and clinical trials. Our translational approach is intended to foster discovery and expedite those discoveries toward the benefit of those suffering from brain disease. A particular emphasis of ITR is the development of personalized (or person-focused) medicine for Alzheimer’s disease

Position Overview

Position will facilitate financial and operational activities for the ITR Clinical Research Center (CRC).

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Conduct team meetings and huddles to update staff on best practices, policy and procedures, compliance requirements, and performance expectations.
• Work collaboratively with Federal, State, County and commercial organizations on financial operations including contract payment processing, reporting and auditing.
• Analyze and interpret commercial and federal contracts to ensure appropriate contract payment terms are met for all services rendered under assigned department contracts.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with executive staff and key stakeholders to support contract customers, contract performance, contract administration and operation requirements.
• Assist with identifying key financial performance metrics and indicators including preparing detailed executive management reports on team accomplishments based on department metrics, goals and objective and project deadlines.
• Provide mentoring to team members, including communicating strategic plans, tracking metrics, developing team goals and implementing coaching initiatives to enhance department skill levels and cross coverage.
• Knowledge and demonstrated capability of using proposal development software, electronic billing and payment systems, and Microsoft Office software applications.
• Must have valid driver’s license, appropriate limits of automobile insurances, and may be required to successfully pass all BOP Security Clearance requirements and maintain such security clearance throughout employment.

Preferred Qualifications

Billing experience
reconciliation experience
Grant administration knowledge/experience

Required License / Registration / CertificationWork Schedule

Monday-Friday

Driving University VehicleNoSecurity SensitiveThis is a security sensitive position.EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.

Classification TitleSenior Financial ManagerPhysical RequirementsCleaning, Kneeling, Pulling , Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Twisting, Walking, Writing, Grasp, Talk or Hear Job Duties

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Create and Maintain all CRC (service center) rate plans

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Manage and oversee Imaging Center day-to-day operations and expenses

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Liaison between ITR and Imaging Center management company

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Responsible for financial reporting, accounting and analytical functions, including preparation of financial statements for the CRC

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Reconcile and track all chart strings associated with the Clinical Research Center (CRC)

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Research spending trends and make suggestions for better use of resources if possible

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Perform billing functions for the ITR Imaging center and ITR Clinical Research Center; cost transfers and payments for external and internal users

Posting NumberS1130PPosition End Date (if temporary)Special Instructions to ApplicantsQuicklink for Postinghttp://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/39491Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What is your highest level of education attained?
   • GED
   • High School Diploma
   • Associate's Degree
   • Bachelor's Degree
   • Master's Degree
   • Doctorate
2. * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
   • 0-1
   • 1-3
   • 3-5
   • 5-7
   • 7+

Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents

1. Resume
2. List of Names and Contact Information for 3 references

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter