The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking a FINANCIAL OFFICER III to work under minimal supervision, manages and has significant authority for financial operations of a large complex unit requiring comprehensive knowledge of principles, procedures and practices specific to accounting, financial analysis and budgeting. Supervises departmental accounting operations and activities including approval and processing of disbursement requisitions and internal requisitions, personnel action papers, interaction with vendors, and compliance with UAB bid policy and procedures. Makes decisions regarding the reporting and use of financial resources. Provides ongoing financial analysis of departmental accounting functions. Ensures proper accounting for all state, grant, contract and/or revenue accounts. May make decisions regarding short-term investments. Provides financial guidance to assigned staff and University accounting system. May manage revenue-producing activities. May have responsibility for effort reporting and regulatory compliance. Develops and administers budgets and financial systems, projects revenue and develops and monitors financial policies and procedures. Develops financial statements and provides reports to department chairperson, department head, director or other senior leader(s). May supervise accounting office staff which may include hiring, training, evaluating performance, disciplinary actions and, if necessary, discharge of staff.

(Annual Salary: $77,640 - $126,170)

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or a related field and seven (7) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

The ideal candidate attention to detail, education in Accounting or Finance a plus.

UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression or sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from veterans and individuals with disabilities.