Department Name KE Global Futures Finance Job Description The Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory is seeking a Financial Manager Sr to assist with post-award administration and financial oversight of sponsored projects, as well as unit-wide business operation functions. These functions include procurement, budget forecasting, account reconciliation and compliance oversight. Position will serve as a primary financial approver for purchases, travel, and other expenses. The ideal candidate works well in a fast-paced environment, has the ability to multi-task while maintaining close attention to detail, provides high level customer service to both the university and external community, is a quick learner who is intuitive about business practices and procedures, is comfortable with database systems, and utilizes sound judgement. Ensures the unit is adhering to ASU policies and guidelines. This position requires a high level of organization and self-management. Job Description The Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory is seeking a Financial Manager Sr to assist with post-award administration and financial oversight of sponsored projects, as well as unit-wide business operation functions. These functions include procurement, budget forecasting, account reconciliation and compliance oversight. Position will serve as a primary financial approver for purchases, travel, and other expenses. The ideal candidate works well in a fast-paced environment, has the ability to multi-task while maintaining close attention to detail, provides high level customer service to both the university and external community, is a quick learner who is intuitive about business practices and procedures, is comfortable with database systems, and utilizes sound judgement. Ensures the unit is adhering to ASU policies and guidelines. This position requires a high level of organization and self-management. Requisition ID 104178BR Working Environment ASU is an inclusive enterprise with a wide variety of work and learning modes, locations, and a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and employee work-life balance. We are determined to maintain our position as an employer of choice in a competitive labor market, as such the following options may be offered dependent on department needs: Flexible work options: * Alternative work schedules can include four, 10-hour workdays in a workweek; a nine-day, 80-hour schedule over two workweeks for exempt employees only; and staggered start and stop times. * Hybrid work is an arrangement where employees spend a minimum of 60% of their regular workweek at their primary ASU work location. Dean or vice president-level approval is required. * Remote work is an arrangement where the employee spends less than 60% of their regular workweek at a regularly assigned ASU work location. Executive vice president-level approval is required. Standard Working Environment: * Climate-controlled office setting subject to extended periods of being in a stationary position. * Constantly detects and operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer. * Ability to clearly communicate and exchange accurate information to perform essential duties. * Expected to be responsive to customers, engaged in work production, resourceful, flexible, and respectful of others. Background Check Statement ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field AND eight (8) years of professional accounting and/or professional financial operations experience, OR, Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Department Statement For the ninth year in a row, ASU has been named the most innovative school in the nation, recognizing the university's culture of groundbreaking research and partnerships, as well as its commitment to helping students thrive in college and beyond. U.S. News and World Report has named ASU as the most innovative university all nine years the category has existed. ASU Knowledge Enterprise advances research, innovation, strategic partnerships, entrepreneurship, and international development. Our success arises from solutions-focused, interdisciplinary research; an entrepreneurial approach that is embedded in every school and department; and a commitment to transform society in a positive way. To learn more about how Knowledge Enterprise is a place for your career to grow, visit https://research.asu.edu/about-us/careers. At KE Global Futures Finance, we are dedicated to building an inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. We value your unique background and perspective, and you may be just the right candidate for this position or other roles on our team. Working at ASU has additional perks and OUTSTANDING benefits, which include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; ASU/UA/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to ASU recreation and cultural activities; and more. To estimate the value of your total compensation, please visit https://cfo.asu.edu/compensation-estimator. Category 03 VP Code KNOWLEDGE ENTERPRISE DEV Scope of Search Open Desired Qualifications * Experience with providing high-level customer service. * Experience in maintaining excellent attention to detail. * Experience in coordinating activities and establishing priorities. * Experience in management of multiple priorities and tasks. * Experience in using Microsoft Office applications (especially Outlook and Excel) * Knowledge of ASU policies and procedures. * Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws pertaining to budgeting and sponsored projects administration. * Knowledge of ASU systems including Workday, PeopleSoft, ERA, Amazon Workspaces Forecasting Tool and PaymentNet. * Knowledge of working with diverse populations, which includes large student staff and faculty. * Ability to organize and multi-task; follow directions accurately; exercise initiative and good judgment in the execution of daily tasks; maintain confidentiality; write and speak professionally. * Ability to work effectively in an environment subject to tight deadlines and quickly changing priorities. * Ability to adapt to new technology. Close Date 11-September-2024 Grant Funded Position This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding. ASU Statement Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe. ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU PD at 480-965-3456. 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Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Essential Duties Essential Duties in the area of post award grants management: * Work with Principal Investigators, Project Directors, and ORSPA representatives to administer unit sponsored projects/awards. * Advise Project Directors on financial management issues, and when appropriate resolves complex problems with project directors, internal offices, and sponsors. * Review and control accounts and records to ensure that account funds are expensed according to proposal funding/budget justification and mirror the research activities as described in the proposal. * Ensure that accounts and records are in compliance with pertinent university and/or outside agency procedures and regulations. * Maintain a shadow tracking system to reconcile internal accounts or records with university system; verify accuracy and completeness and makes necessary adjustments. * Provide accounting-related status reports on regular basis and/or as requested. * Answer financial and administrative questions for research personnel and assist with resolving grant related financial problems. * Coordinate grant administration activities with centralized sponsored projects office as needed. * Independently responds to or initiates correspondence regarding matters pertaining to assigned functions. * May assist with preparation and submission of proposals and annual reports. * Responsible for maintaining files and/or records. * Assist other administrative staff as needed. * Perform other duties as assigned. Essential Duties in the area of budget analysis and reporting: * Prepare and summarize a variety of routine operational and status reports * Assist in the preparation special budgets; assists with preparation of budget projections and analyses of data and/or trends to management for decision making * Monitor fiscal activity against budget and prepares status reports for management of assigned areas/unit(s). * Create routine and special reports using on-line tools and internal databases * Assist in implementation of procedures/policies related to budget functions and reporting * Participate in a variety of inter and intra area meetings to represent work area's interests and perspective regarding issues. * Perform special projects, as assigned. Employment Verification Statement ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Salary Range $59,800 - $80,000 per year; DOE Instructions to Apply Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated. Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position. Resume and Cover Letter should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position. ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated. Only electronic applications are accepted for this position. IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of "equivalent combination" in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor's degree is equal to four years of experience. Job Family Finance & Accounting