POSITION PURPOSE

The Department of Comparative Medicine (DCM) is one of 12 basic science departments in the School of Medicine. The mission of the department is to advance knowledge and improve the health and welfare of humans and animals through excellent service support, biomedical research, and teaching.

DCM is the central laboratory animal medicine resource at the University of Washington, supporting over 176,000 assignable square feet of animal facilities with an average daily census in excess of 100,000 animals across multiple species (, rodents, rabbits, swine, amphibians, and zebrafish).

The department employs over 175 individuals who provide a comprehensive range of animal husbandry, veterinary, and laboratory services across numerous vivaria.

The UW animal care program is accredited by AAALAC International and provides services to over 200 principal investigators.

DCM faculty members, post-doctoral researchers, and residents conduct basic and clinical research on a wide range of subjects including, but not limited to, comparative aspects of infectious disease, aging, cancer biology and genetics.

DCM has an opening for a full time Program Operations Analyst (Financial Analyst) for processing complex fiscal analysis and financial reporting for fiscal operations and the department’s animal management system (AOps);

for processing purchasing requests through PurchasePath and Workday; and to provide backup to other fiscal positions in the department.

Reporting to the Administrator, the incumbent should be able to work independently and as part of a team. In this position, it is a necessity to be able to interact with a wide variety of research and office personnel.

The applicant should possess meticulous recordkeeping capabilities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Purchasing and Purchasing Analysis (50%) :

Analyze incoming purchase requests in PurchasePath for completeness and, if necessary, contact requesters for more information, official quotes, sole-source documentation, tax exempt statements and appropriate fund source;

follow up with vendors to obtain appropriate supporting documentation and, if necessary, dispute charges.

• Analyze product availability and prices.
• Advise staff of alternatives and recommend purchase of products to best meet their needs.
• Conduct purchasing strategies intended to lower the cost of supplies and materials, services, and capital equipment, and to find less costly alternatives.
• Prepare the documentation required for Tax Exempt purchases and Lease-to-Purchase acquisitions.
• Communicate with vendors for purchasing quotes and orders.
• Place orders with vendors through Workday and using a ProCard; work with School of Medicine Shared Services to complete both catalog and non-catalog purchasing.
• Resolve purchasing problems and initiate corrective action as needed.
• Investigate and correct errors to ensure compliance with department, institutional and granting agency policies and regulations.
• Respond to questions from staff and outside vendors regarding purchases.
• Track purchases using spreadsheets or other electronic systems, including all animal feed and bedding orders; close purchase orders in Workday.
• Prepare and analyze reports pertaining to purchasing (, number of orders placed, dollar volume, contract costs and amortization for preventative maintenance of equipment).
• Modify and maintain record-keeping systems and department purchasing forms for purchases.
• Support development of record-keeping systems and forms related to purchasing.
• Provide orientation to new faculty and staff on University of Washington and Department purchasing policies and procedures.
• Analyze, modify and maintain departmental policies and procedures for purchasing.
• Support development of departmental policies and procedures related to purchasing.

Fiscal Analysis (25%) :

• Analyze, summarize and report on complex fiscal data as related to departmental finances
• Assist the equipment inventory contact for the department; analyze departmental equipment inventory; locate equipment items in administrative offices, facilities, and at off-campus locations.
• Identify and resolve issues prior to entering information in UW systems and the department’s animal management system;

investigate discrepancies and independently resolve errors

• Adhere to University guidelines and policies regarding financial management
• Review and reconcile budgets on a monthly basis, including gathering and attaching supporting documentation; maintain department’s filing system for purchase orders, revenue deposits, and other fiscal related documents
• Analyze, recommend and update procedures to improve work efficiency and accuracy
• Analyze and maintain key distribution and tracking of keys in accordance with departmental policy and procedures

Animal Operations System (AOps) Responsibilities (15%)

• Coordinate Animal Operations system; download and analyze data from AOps; prepare and analyze reports; assists in reviewing and analyze billing activity sheets with the billing specialist as needed
• Participate routinely in project meetings and at monthly workgroups related to AOps system development and maintenance
• Coordinate and resolve issues for animal ordering or other issues using the department’s helpdesks
• Handle assigned data processing in AOps for cage card & weaning activities as assigned
• Reconcile assigned census scanning errors in AOps weekly and at the close of billing monthly

Administrative Support (10%) :

• Perform backup duties to other fiscal positions in the department
• Special assignments as requested by manager
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree with major study in accounting, business administration, or related field and two to three years of work experience as a Fiscal Specialist, or equivalent combination of education / experience

Equivalent education / experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license / certification / registration.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrated experience using personal computers, specifically using spreadsheet, database and word processing software (MS Office).
• Personal computer experience and knowledge must be at an appropriate level to develop applications that will enhance service to departmental faculty, primarily research faculty.
• Keyboard proficiency is required
• Strong analytic skills and attention to detail
• Capability to work in a fast paced, high volume, team environment

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Working knowledge of the University's Financial Accounting System
• Working knowledge and experience with the Huron Animal Operations system
• Working knowledge of animal ordering policies and procedures
• Basic knowledge of terminology used in biomedical research
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Efficient time management and organizational skills
• Ability to be flexible and resourceful when problem-solving
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel

Job Title : Financial Analyst

Location : REMOTE

Duration : 5 Months

Description :

At least 1 year relevant experience required. Determines cost of operations by establishing standard costs; collecting operational data.

• Identifies financial status by comparing and analyzing actual results with plans and forecasts. Guides cost analysis process by establishing and enforcing policies and procedures;
• providing trends and forecasts; explaining processes and techniques; recommending actions. Improves financial status by analyzing results;

monitoring variances; identifying trends; recommending actions to management. Reconciles transactions by comparing and correcting data.

• Maintains database by entering, verifying, and backing up data. Recommends actions by analyzing and interpreting data and making comparative analyses;
• studying proposed changes in methods and materials. Increases productivity by developing automated accounting applications;
• coordinating information requirements. Protects operations by keeping financial information confidential. Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops;

reviewing publications. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Additional Information : Support daily Legal Affairs billing operations. Audit standard billing and discounts. Research ,analyze and provide reporting on billing and finances.

Technology Requirements : O365, Excel, Power Bi a plus, SharePoint is a plus

What does a typical day look like : Review Legal Billing, Invoice Reconciliation between Legal Billing System and, Data Cleanup, Audit of Alternative Fee Arrangements and discounts and some additional research for reporting.

Preferred background / prior work experience : Legal billing and financial analysis Priority soft skills : Work with Legal personnel.

Good attention to detail. Prioritization of work.

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With over 50 billion things connected to date, our platform has been used around the world. Together with our partners and customers, we solve for a better understanding of our world and how things move through it.

If it’s a thing, we’re working to connect it.

Team Overview :

We are seeking a self-driven, analytical, critical thinker ready to bring their skills to our fast-paced, dynamic environment.

The Financial Analyst role is a part of the FP&A team. FP&A is responsible for Business Planning, Financial Reporting, Analysis, and overall partnership with our functions to help achieve business plan success.

You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of our financial planning and telling a programmatic story behind the numbers.

This role reports to our Vice President of FP&A.

What You Will Do :

• Support existing FP&A team members to help expand depth of reporting and analytics.
• Continue to evolve and maintain financial models with the goal of providing greater insight to business and refining forecast inputs.
• Build strong working relationships with internal teams including Operations, IT & Facilities, Sales Operations, & HR.
• Regular responsibilities to include, but not be limited to supporting :
• Infrastructure analytics and variance analysis
• Underpinnings of commissions process and headcount analytics
• COGS reporting & analytics
• Inventory analytics
• Prepare monthly management reports, variance, and trend analysis. Scope includes elements from P&L and balance sheet
• Support monthly meetings to review OPEX, COGS, and balance sheet results.
• Assist in quarterly QBR and forecasting deliverables.
• Support the annual budget process by consolidating, validating and obtaining clarification of financial information from multiple sources.

What You Will Bring :

• Minimum of one year of financial and business analysis experience or Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline such as Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics or highly analytical field
• Ability to earn trust with business and program leaders, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Strong understanding of financial documents and performance measurements
• Excellent written communication and presentation skills, as well as intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to work independently through ambiguity

Compensation and Benefits :

The benefits listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Impinj and the country where you work.

The typical base pay range for this role across the US is $62,000 - $90,000. Individual base pay depends on various factors such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties, requirements, and relevant experience and skills.

Both market wage data and the mid-point of the pay range is reviewed and used as the starting point for all new hire offers.

Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time.

At Impinj certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, annual bonus and stock. These awards are allocated based on individual performance.

In addition, certain roles also have the opportunity to earn sales incentives based on revenue or utilization, depending on the terms of the plan and the employee’s role.

US based employees have access to healthcare benefits; a 401(k) plan and company match among others.

For a more comprehensive list of US employment benefits, click .

Why work at Impinj :

Know you’re making a difference. Competitive benefits. Support for remote work or a desk with a view. Weekly Q&A sessions with our executive team.

Impinj provides an environment that fosters openness and innovation and is developing technology that delivers a positive impact on the world.

Collaboration and teamwork are highly valued, and accomplishments are duly celebrated. We have an open paid time-off policy paired with a respect for work / life balance.

Our headquarters is located in Seattle with spectacular views of the Olympics, Lake Union, and Mt Baker, which can be enjoyed from our rooftop deck.

Our Brazilian site is in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul state, at Tecnopuc, a technology park that offers a very nice workplace for the development of groundbreaking technologies .

Impinj is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

ABOUT VILLAGEREACH

VillageReach transforms health care delivery to reach everyone, so that each person has the health care needed to thrive.

We develop solutions that improve equity and access to primary health care. This includes making sure products are available when and where they are needed and primary health care services are delivered to the most under-reached.

Radical collaboration with governments, the private sector and other partners strengthen our ability to scale and sustain these solutions.

Our work increases access to quality health care for more than 40 million people in sub-Saharan Africa. VillageReach in incorporated in Washington State and has offices in Seattle (USA), Democratic Republic of Congo, Malawi, and Mozambique.

Summary

VillageReach is seeking a Financial Analyst serving as a process management position that supports financial planning and analysis functions for VillageReach.

The position partners and supports geographic and team leaders to achieve positive program results by helping grow viable and sustainable programs.

The Financial Analyst is responsible for conducting planning and forecasting, conducting in depth analyses of all revenue and cost sources, and analyzing and reporting on the causes of variances to plan or forecasts.

The Financial Analyst assists in deploying management cost accounting techniques and supports the management of indirect costs within Federal guidelines.

Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

Financial & Budget Analysis

• Support Finance and Grants & Contract teams with planning and execution of annual budget and forecast cycles to ensure timely, meaningful financial data is up to date, allowing management to make data driven decisions
• Organizing budget data in a clear and intuitive manner
• Deliver analysis of monthly financial results including the interpretation of current month performance information as a predictive tool for the attainment of full year performance expectations
• Develop, design, upgrade and maintain processes and systems for forecasting and reporting
• Analyzing spending patterns to determine rationale in setting budget allocations
• Assist in ad hoc analysis and special projects as requested by management and business partners
• Implement standard key metrics and performance measures for cost reimbursement programs and others as assigned, in particular operating company goals and metrics that focus on key business drivers (financial and non-financial) to support long term performance and strategic objectives;
• Support the preparation of executive, board and investor presentations
• Prepare financial modeling for new opportunities, new business development, cost-saving projects, capital expenditure evaluation, competitive analyses, and business line, customer, line-of-service, and program profitability
• Collaboration in the development and analysis of underlying strategy cost assumptions
• Identify financial or operating risks associated with a business plan
• Development of thorough and clear presentation materials

System Management & Process Improvement

• Maintains budget system and PowerBI reports as needed.
• Provide support for developing and managing data across systems to ease end user reporting which includes grants & contracts database, budgeting system, HRIS, accounting software and data warehouse.
• Assists with systems improvements, upgrades, or conversions as needed.
• Assists in development and maintenance of SOPs documenting routine operations and makes recommendations for improvements and efficiencies to existing processes.
• Automates data feeds into calculations to decrease manual work and reduce errors.

Competencies :

The following competencies reflect what is expected of all VillageReach employees; including examples of how one might demonstrate each of these competencies in one’s role.

Personal Motivation and Drive : Is self-directed in one’s approach to work, but asks for help when needed; holds oneself accountable;

undertakes self-development activities; seeks to build and master new skills; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities within the organization

• Collaboration & Effective Communication : Establishes and maintains effective relations with coworkers, partners & stakeholders and external parties;
• works collaboratively with others to accomplish organizational and team goals and objectives; works actively to resolve conflicts;

expresses ideas and thoughts effectively; selects and uses appropriate communication methods and maintains meaningful communication with virtual coworkers and other parties to keep them informed

• Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion : Takes personal responsibility for and supports others across the organization in creating and sustaining a diverse work environment where individuals are welcomed, valued, respected and supported;
• personally committed to attaining cultural competency including self-awareness of one’s own attitudes about culture and cross-cultural interactions;
• exhibits the willingness and ability to engage openly and respectfully around issues of race, colonialism, identity and culture;

upholds equity in access to sharing of information, ideas, and opportunities throughout VillageReach

Commitment to Excellence : Produces a high output of work, both in terms of quality and quantity; looks for ways to improve and promote quality;

monitors work to ensure quality; has a personal commitment to the mission of VillageReach

• Solution Orientation & Innovation : Focuses on results and desired outcomes and how to best achieve them; gets the job done;
• sees opportunities for creative problem-solving while staying within the parameters of good practice; sees old problems in new ways and has novel approaches to solving those problems;

contributes original and / or resourceful ideas to their area of responsibility; is able to consider and articulate risks and consequences of proposed innovations and factor these into decision-making

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

No supervisory responsibilities.

Education & Experience :

• A degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field. MBA a plus.
• 3+ years of experience in financial and strategic planning functions.
• Technical expert in U.S. GAAP for nonprofits required.
• Systems Implementation experience preferred.

Other Qualifications :

• Experience in long range planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial statement analysis and accounting, financial planning and analysis is required.
• Government grant and contract revenue and cost modeling
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail : able to analyze raw data, draw conclusions and develop actionable and strategic recommendations
• Strong technical and financial knowledge, including experience creating complex financial models and efficiently communicating results to inform sound strategic and tactical decisions.
• Ability to comprehend both the big picture and pay attention to details.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work with minimal direction in a fast paced environment.
• Experience developing, evaluating, managing, and monitoring business plans.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage and complete multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to extract appropriate data to convey financial results through the use of supporting tables, graphs, and other visual representations.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, and team-oriented skills are a must.
• Demonstrated interest in, knowledge of, and experience with a broad range of functional areas including information technology and software development.
• Experience using PowerBI to create visualizations and analysis preferred.
• Excellent software skills with Microsoft Office applications. Ability to quickly learn new software modules.
• French or Portuguese fluency highly desirable.
• Demonstrated cultural competency in partnering with racial, cultural and linguistically diverse groups.
• Demonstrated understanding of challenges with working in rural, underserved and low-income context; experience living in and / or working in a low-income country a plus.
• Ability to travel to country offices in Sub-Saharan Africa on an annual or semi-annual basis.
• Comply with VillageReach policies, including COVID-19 vaccine policy.
• Available for early morning meetings with Africa offices starting at 6am pacific time.
• Willingness and ability to be based in Seattle, WA with existing eligibility to work in the USA.

Environment and Physical Demands

VillageReach has no private offices, employees work in a shared, open environment with task and conference rooms accessible to employees for privacy and meetings.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Due to the time zone differences between our Seattle office and our Country Offices and location of other global staff, US based staff are expected to be available for early morning meetings starting at 6am.

In addition, our global HQ and Country office staff are expected to be available for late afternoon / evening meetings up to 6pm.

This positon requires that prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

During COVID-19, all employees are currently working remotely with some workspace available on a scheduled basis. We anticipate returning to in-office operations at some point.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION :

VillageReach is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. We believe that diverse, equitably weighted perspectives foster an organizational capacity to create novel solutions that improve health in the most underserved and hard-to-reach areas.

To align our values, innovations and impact, VillageReach is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse global workforce.

APPLICATION INFORMATION :

This is an immediate hire and therefore resumes will be reviewed on a rolling basis until filled. To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter to our online portal : http : / / www.

villagereach.org / join-us /

Safeguarding :

VillageReach is committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults, and beneficiaries with whom it engages.

We expect everyone working with us to share this commitment through our code of conduct.All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which may include criminal records.

VillageReach participates in the Misconduct Disclosure Scheme and, in line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, and / or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.

By applying, the job applicant confirms his / her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Benefits

Compensation :

VillageReach has an established compensation structure that is based on the relevant market and internally transparent. The range for this position is $64,400 to $77,200.

We hire people into the established range based on one’s experience and education and considering internal equity. We do not inquire about salary history.

Summary

Join us for an incredible opportunity to lead in our Finance team and work closely with our Operations teams as our Financial Analyst! Our Financial Analyst will be a part of A Seattle Collection , a multi-property cluster comprised of Grand Hyatt Seattle, Hyatt at Olive 8 and Hyatt Regency Seattle.

The role of the Financial Analyst is to provide key insight into operational parameters and standards on a departmental level with A Seattle Collection Hyatt Regency Seattle, Grand Hyatt Seattle, and Hyatt at Olive 8.

Working under and reporting directly to the Area Director of Finance, as well as supporting the Director of Finance, the Financial Analyst will be responsible to observe then decipher current operating practices and metrics across the Collection.

This Analyst will utilize various technological tools and systems applications with the goal of optimizing Hotel operation efficiencies while working collaboratively with the operations team to drive productivity, cost out opportunities, and to ensure Collection financial targets / KPI are met.

The Financial Analyst will evaluate and develop cost control methods, including but not limited to labor, cost of goods sold, and other operating expenses, in all aspects of Hotel operations.

These and other responsibilities may include :

• Coordinating and administering the labor efficiency improvement model
• Conducting pricing and cost analysis and general audit procedures
• Evaluating the overall operational methods of handling, storage, and recovery of operating supplies and guest supplies
• Identifying positive and negative cost trends

The ideal candidate will possess a calm and confident demeanor while interacting with individuals at all levels of the organization.

This is a nonexempt leadership position. The salary range for this position is $76,700 to $115,300, equating to $36.88 to $55.

43 per hour. Decisions regarding individual rates will be based on a number of factors, including experience, qualifications, and education.

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Benefits

• Position is eligible for relocation assistance
• Medical & Vision insurance
• 401(k) & Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
• Basic Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• New Child Leave & Adoption Assistance
• Paid Time Off
• Full-Time Colleagues :
• Vacation Time
• 10 days (80 hours) earned upon completing 1-4 years of service
• 15 days (120 hours) earned upon completing 5-9 years of service
• 20 days (160 hours) earned upon completing 10+ years of service

2) Floating Holidays per year

6) Paid Holidays per year

• Regular Part-Time Colleagues :
• Pro-rated vacation hours earnedon 1-year anniversary based on average weekly hours worked during the previous 12 months of employment
• Compassionate Leave
• Jury Duty Leave
• Seattle Paid Sick & Safe Time
• Extended Illness Days unused sick and safe time in excess of 72 hours converted to Extended Illness Days at the end of each calendar year

Perks

• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted Rooms at any participating Hyatt location starting on your first day of employment
• Up to 12 complimentary rooms at any participating Hyatt location after 90 days of service
• Free colleague meals during shift
• Hyatt Colleague discount program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• ORCA Pass subsidy

When applying for a position working at a Hyatt hotel, you are pursuing an opportunity to join a culture built on caring and attentive colleagues who have a passion for providing efficient service and creating meaningful experiences.

Our values are the guiding principles for our success, giving us the opportunity to open over 1,150 properties worldwide.

Hedreen Hotel Employer LLC is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.