Director, Finance and Administration, SOM

School of Medicine

 

Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,500 faculty physicians and researchers, more than 1,300 students, and more than 6,000 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, Duke University Health System and the Private Diagnostic Clinic (PDC) comprise Duke Health. a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

 

Become part of a mission‑driven community at the Duke University School of Medicine.

 

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Under the direction of the Associate Dean for Finance School of Medicine (SOM) and in collaboration with the Associate Vice President, Finance, Duke Health Integrated Practice (DHIP) the Director, Finance and Administration SOM supports the annual operating and financial projection processes for the Clinical Departments within the SOM.  Supports the generation of financial reports and analysis for all academic components of the operations for the clinical departments, with a focus on comparative financial and mission-based reporting, long-term modeling, budget development tools, sponsored research analytics, and the development of business plans for new programs and initiatives. Responsible for supporting an interactive, collaborative, qualitative assessment for all regularly scheduled meetings as well as ad hoc financial analysis. Acts as project manager for key fiscal and operational projects in support of the school’s mission, including but not limited to, new business development, business process improvement, and professional development.

 

Work Arrangement – Hybrid

 

Anticipated Pay Range - Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $78,161.00 to USD $156,319.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

 

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members.

 

Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

 

DEPARTMENTAL PREFERENCES

 

Financial experience in a complex academic medical center or higher education is preferred.

 

Experience with Duke University and/or other enterprise reporting systems (e.g., SAP, A40) to support financial and analytical reporting is preferred.

 

CPA a plus.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 

Education/Training - Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, or finance or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates with an MBA, CPA, or equivalent professional qualification (i.e., Certified Management Accountant, Chartered Accountant) preferred.

 

Experience – Seven (7) to ten (10) years of experience in a financial management position with oversight and leadership of annual budgeting and financial planning, analysis, and management activities.

 

Supervisory experience is also preferred. 

 

Prior experience in leading the development of financial and analytical reporting tools in a finance or financial planning environment.

 

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Skills

 

• Exceptional analytic and accounting skills.
• Strong working knowledge of fund accounting and sponsored research administration and finance mechanisms.
• Ability to serve as a high-level contributor to teams, commit