Finance & Accounting Program Manager

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly organized, independent Finance & Accounting Program Manager to support a core business line of the Department of Psychiatry (DOP).

The Finance & Accounting Program Manager is responsible for budgeting and financial data analysis in collaboration with the Director of Finance and Administration (DFA) and Associate Director of Finance and Administration (ADFA). This position may manage up to four members of the core finance team. The Finance Program Manager and their team will assist the Department Administrators (DFA/ ADFA) as needed with oversight of the department's budgets and financial forecasting and will work closely with the Department Administrators to review expenditures and provide regular updates and reporting to department leadership related to division financial health as well as overall departmental financial status. The Finance Program Manager and their team will be available to collaborate with the five division administrators in support of budgeting, financial analysis, special projects, accounting, and auditing. The Finance Program Manager is responsible for working with CU MEDICINE, UCHealth, CHCO, and other funding agencies for the creation, management, and amendments of external contracts as directed by and in collaboration with the Department Administrators and Division Administrators.

Key Responsibilities:

• General oversight of the department's budgets and financial forecasting of the department's risk/liabilities and revenues/profits.
• Supervision of Advancement, Upper Payment Limit (UPL) program, Revenue Cycles, and finance professionals.
• Management of funding distribution life cycle including certifications.
• Oversight of contract and invoice tracking processes for the department as well as providing support to divisions.
• Management of the Department's make-whole process with hospital partners across the state of Colorado.
• Management of departmental revenue cycle initiatives including provider champion meetings and oversight of new provider billing classes
• Other Duties as assigned.

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Psychiatry is one of the largest units in the UCD-SOM and is comprised of 5 Divisions. The CU Department of Psychiatry sets the standard for Education and Training of leaders in psychiatry and mental health care, conducts ground-breaking Research that aims to eradicate suffering due to psychiatric and substance use disorders, provides ready access to state of-the-art mental health preventions and interventions across the continuum of care, and collaborates with the community and other key community members to promote well-being among all Coloradans.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in business administration, business, finance, accounting, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
  
  
  
  • A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.
  
  
  
  
• Four (4) years of experience in finance, accounting, and financial analysis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A master's degree in business administration, business, finance, accounting, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
• Revenue Cycle experience.
• Experience CUData, PowerBi, or A2E.
• Research administration experience.
• Operations experience including the build of reporting systems and project management/ticketing systems.
• Financial experience in healthcare.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Understanding of behavioral health billing and service provision.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address.

Questions should be directed to: Rachael Anderson, rachael.anderson@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until April 29, 2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $73,258 - $79,645.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.