Fiscal Officer at Meharry Medical College

Lexington, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Organizational Skills, Financial Management, Budget Preparation, Analytical Skills, Accounting Principles, Microsoft Office, Communication Skills, Strategic Planning, Policy Development, Quality Assurance, Team Management, Decision Making, Report Preparation, Contract Management, Fiscal Analysis

Industry

Higher Education

Description

The Fiscal Officer for the School of Medicine Office of Business and Finance reports directly to the Associate Dean for Business and Finance and is responsible for maintaining records of routine accounting transactions, assist in analysis and interpretation of accounting records for use by the Associate Dean; Compiles financial and analytical reports for presentation and submission to both internal and external reporting agencies as directed by the Associate Dean. Daily Operations Budget preparation, implementation, and monitoring. Fully responsible under the Associate Dean of Business & Finance for the management of all monies secured. Monitor all contracts and manage all departmental fiscal affairs from various funding sources. Develop budget proposals, policies, and fiscal guidelines that support departmental growth. Develop projection reports, business plans and advise the Associate Dean of Business & Finance regarding strategies to meet fiscal needs. Develop and manage annual operating budget for the Office of the Dean, School of Medicine. Applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports. Prepares monthly analysis of financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital, and prepares balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports to summarize current and projected financial position of the School of Medicine and the Meharry Medical Group. Prepares explanation of variance reports for departmental performance. Prepares various outside agency reports for review and approval of the Associate Dean of Business & Finance. Prepares monthly financial reports for the Associate Dean of Business & Finance. Prepare weekly cash reports for the Associate Dean of Business and Finance. Examines and evaluates purpose and content of business reports to develop new, or improve existing format, use and control. Prepare monthly, quarterly, or annual trend reports to assist the Associate Dean with decision making as it relates to the operating budget. May establish, modify, document, and coordinate implementation of accounting control procedures. Assist with the development or financial policies and procedures Prepare and monitor monthly billings for physician and resident services, as well as, management of related accounts receivable for Meharry Medical Group and School of Medicine. Analyzes current and past budgets and accounting records of past and present operations, trends and costs, estimated and realized revenues, administrative commitments, and obligations incurred to determine status of the School of Medicine budget performance and project future revenues and expenses. Work closely with the Departments to ensure financial paperwork is accurate and coincides with current budget. Other duties as assigned by the Associate Dean of Business and Finance. Required Skills Effective leadership and organizational skills; Proven ability to manage and lead staff in a changing environment; Development/strategic planning/marketing with multiple management abilities, including clinical, administrative, research, education, financial, human resources, facilities and information technology, and compliance; Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Expert level skills Microsoft office applications; Knowledge of quality assurance issues and techniques. Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Healthcare Administration from an accredited college or university is required. Masters of Business Administration with concentration in accounting, finance or healthcare administration is preferred. 3-5 years’ experience working in finance at an academic medical institution preferred. Experience working with a medical practice is preferred. About Meharry Meharry Medical College was founded just 11 years after the end of the Civil War with the mission of educating African Americans to serve the underserved. Today, the nation’s largest private, historically black academic health sciences center has trained thousands of health care professionals. Three out of every four Meharrians return to urban or rural communities to serve others by providing medical or dental services. Our faith-based roots within the United Methodist Church inspire us to respect and serve all. Our standards are high within an educational environment that is nurturing. We believe that health equity is key to alleviating suffering. Whether our graduates are physicians, dentists, scientists, professors or public health professionals, the Meharry experience equips them to affect the world as a force for change led by our motto: “Worship of God Through Service to Mankind." Mission Meharry Medical College is a global academic health sciences center advancing health equity through innovative research, transformative education, exceptional and compassionate health services and policy-influencing thought leadership. True to its legacy, Meharry empowers diverse populations to improve the well-being of humankind. Core Values Meharry Medical College is a community of scholars and learners committed to excellence Accountability with transparence Equity with inclusion Respect with collegiality Service with compassion Integrity without exception Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Meharry Medical College complies with Title IX and is an affirmative action employer. Candidates will be considered for employment without discrimination for an non-merit reason such as race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, handicap or veteran status. Contact For questions regarding employment, please contact 615-327-6336 or jobs@mmc.edu.

Responsibilities

The Fiscal Officer is responsible for maintaining accounting records, preparing financial reports, and managing departmental fiscal affairs. This role involves budget preparation, monitoring, and advising on strategies to meet fiscal needs.