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A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position, include salary requirements and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

ABOUT THE STEPHEN M. ROSS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
The Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan is a diverse learning community grounded in the principle that business can be an extraordinary vehicle for positive change in today's dynamic global economy. The Ross School of Business mission is to build a better world through business. Through our powerful ideas, purpose-driven leaders, and positive impact, we empower business leaders to make a positive difference in the world.

About the Department
The Ross Finance team is dedicated to providing experienced financial support to units within Ross and providing strategic guidance and financial support school-wide. This team excels in partnering, technical financial understanding, initiative, and a commitment to customer service.

Summary

You Will:

Financial Partner to a Portfolio of Ross Units (Academic and Administrative Units):

• Partner with units to develop annual budget, provide guidance on best practices and refer to policy throughout the budget preparation and submittal process
• Provide regular and ad hoc financial analysis and reports to make recommendations, help answer questions or provide decision support
• Analyze financial activities and related processes and make recommendations for improvement
• Support units in the review and certification of their internal controls
• Consult with units to establish a meaningful account structure
• Meet with units to determine appropriate purchasing method, which may also include facilitating a bid process with central Procurement
• Align financial practices according to the University policy and practices

Manage special projects

You Have:

• BBA in accounting, finance, or business administration or equivalent work experience
• Seven years of progressively responsible experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and internal financial controls
• Work collaboratively and develop strong partnerships with staff at all levels and with varying levels of financial and budgetary knowledge
• Skills in project management
• Work with financial systems and reporting tools
• Contribute to our positive and inclusive work community by building trusting partnerships across the school, learning, creating impactful experiences, and working for outcomes. Approach this work with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in mind; treat others with respect, and in a manner where individuals feel they belong; listen, values feedback, and learns from the perspectives of others.

Benefits at the University of Michigan

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off (Vacation, Holidays, Season Days)
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Flexible Work Program
• Ross Onsite Fitness Center

Salary Information: The general salary range for this position is $77,000 - $85,000. You can expect to be paid a competitive and equitable salary. Factors used to determine salary include experience, knowledge and skills for the position. You are encouraged to discuss salary questions to honor understanding and transparency throughout the recruiting process.

Michigan Ross values a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to the development of diverse and culturally intelligent staff who thrive and contribute to a positive and inclusive environment.

The statements included in this description are intended to reflect the general nature and level of work assigned to this classification and should not be interpreted as all-inclusive.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

COVID-19 vaccinations, including one booster when eligible, are required for all University of Michigan students, faculty and staff across all campuses, including Michigan Medicine.  This includes those working remotely and temporary workers.   More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response website or the UM-Dearborn and UM-Flint websites.