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Requisition ID: req31537

Working Title: Fiscal Supervisor- Dept. of Pediatrics

Position Grade: 14

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Fiscal Supervisor to join our dynamic and fast-paced accounting department. As a Fiscal Supervisor with the Department of Pediatrics, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing a team of accountants, ensuring their growth and success in day-to-day operations. This role reports directly to the Department Accounting and Clinical Practice Manager. Your primary responsibilities will include supervising 5 direct department accounting staff, as well as providing department wide on-board training for accountants and support staff performing financial functions, keeping the department updated on new and changes in accounting practices and policy interpretations, reviewing and approving financial transactions, and ensuring that all accounting deadlines are met efficiently and accurately. This position will also oversee budgets, fund reconciliations over clinical, state funded, and contract and grant accounts. Additionally, the Fiscal Supervisor will manage the portfolio of department key clinical service contracts.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, excellent leadership skills, critical thinking, and the ability to thrive in a high-energy environment. If you are passionate about fostering a great team environment and driving departmental success, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and mentor a team of accountants, fostering a positive and collaborative team environment.
• Oversee daily accounting operations, ensuring adherence to established procedures and policies.
• Approve and review financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Monitor and manage workflow to ensure all accounting deadlines are met.
• Support employee development through training, feedback, and performance evaluations.
• Collaborate with other departments to streamline processes and improve overall efficiency.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports and audits as needed.
• Update written accounting job aids and standard operations procedures.
• Manage key contracts to ensure compliance, renewals, and deadlines are being met.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree, successful completion of at least 15 credit hours of university-level accounting through intermediate accounting; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong supervisory experience and skills
• Demonstrated experience as a self-starter
• Critical thinking skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Knowledge on financial enterprise systems

Campus: Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Department: Pediatrics Administration Division (997B)

Employment Type: Staff

Staff Type: Regular - Full-Time

Status: Exempt

Pay: Monthly: $4,688.67 - $6,709.73

Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required: Yes

For Best Consideration Date: 11/15/2024

Eligible for Remote Work
No

Eligible for Remote Work Statement
Upon successful completion of a probationary/trial period, there may be an option for a hybrid telecommuting/ in-person work schedule based on current HSC and Department guidelines and Division or workgroup business needs. This is a collaborative group that benefits from in-person work and discussion each week, but promotes opportunities for flexibility and balance as the business needs allow.

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job
advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

A complete application will consist of complete on-line application, include hours worked for each position, current resume, cover letter and references. Please describe in your cover letter how you meet the preferred qualifications for the position. Include three references in your resume. The references must be three current or former supervisors.
Finalists should be prepared to provide official educational transcripts if selected for hire.