Details
Open Date 01/12/2026
Requisition Number PRN43994B
Job Title Manager, Accounting & Finance
Working Title Finance Liaison
Career Progression Track F
Track Level
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
VP Area President
Department 01259 - HCI Finance
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 72000 to 90400
Close Date 02/20/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
The Finance Manager is a newly created role to expand HCI's Finance team and allows us to deepen our support of HCI's research, outreach, and education department heads and principal investigators (PIs). The Finance Manager has a critical role in the annual budget process as well as enabling the teams they support to optimize their financial resources throughout the year. The Finance Manager reports to HCI's Director, Finance & Accounting.
Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
Advanced knowledge of financial software (e.g., Excel, PeopleSoft, Anaplan) and PowerPoint.
Knowledge of fund accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize workload and manage time effectively.
Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care, and survivorship for all communities within the area we serve - which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming - with impact worldwide.
In your cover letter or during your interview process, we invite you to share how your professional experiences have prepared you to serve as a member of our team as we work to reduce the cancer burden experienced by all people and communities. This may include description of your prior experiences related to research, prevention, clinical care, community engagement/outreach, training, administration, or other areas relevant to Huntsman Cancer Institute's mission and this position.
Responsibilities
Financial Planning and Analysis:
Develop an in-depth understanding of supported departments' work and objectives.
Prepare financial plans and budgets, ensuring alignment with HCI objectives.
Assist in annual budget preparation and regularly monitor budget adherence, identifying areas for cost optimization.
Monitor activities/grants monthly for overspending and work with department head/PI to promptly address.
Analyze financial data to identify trends and areas for improvement and explain variances.
Develop and maintain financial models for budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
Analyze financial data and build financial models to support decision-making.
Reporting:
Prepare and present financial reports and analyses to department heads, PIs, and senior leaders, highlighting key findings and recommendations.
Ensure department heads and PIs understand their sources of financial support and funding use restrictions.
Develop a deep understanding of HCI /UU financial systems and available data sources; develop data queries and reports as needed.
Communicate financial information clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Respond to ad hoc questions and data requests.
Assist with annual budget reporting, as needed, including investigation of and compilation of variance explanations.
Assist with annual budget reporting, as needed, including investigation of and compilation of variance explanations.
Accounting:
Review monthly transactions to ensure accuracy.
Prepare journal entries for intra-fund transfers and expense corrections.
Open, update, and inactivate chartfield activities and grants.
Calculate salary caps and payroll distributions to comply with federal grant requirements.
Review purchases and contracts to ensure sufficient cash and budget are available.
Generate accounts receivable invoices for assigned shared resource recharge centers.
Ensure correct payroll distributions are maintained in the system of record
Process Improvement:
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial planning, reporting and analysis.
Participate in the design, implementation, and review of financial and accounting systems.
Develop and refine budgeting and forecasting methodologies to improve accuracy.
Collaboration:
Work closely with cross-functional teams to gather information and develop insights.
Provide support and guidance to other finance team members.
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Four to six years of progressively more responsible management experience. Background knowledge of hiring department's area of specialization in order to analyze, plan and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors. Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates and to ensure the smooth operation of department. Master's degree in a related area may be preferred.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
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The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for all.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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