Financial Operations Specialist

Brown’s Division of Biology and Medicine – composed of The Warren Alpert Medical School and the Program in Biology – is home to numerous centers of excellence in education, biomedical research, and clinical care. The Division is large and diverse. Currently there are 143 biology/basic science faculty, 591 medical academic faculty (employed by an affiliated hospital or practice) and 1,891 clinical faculty (community-based physicians) spread across five basic biology departments and 14 clinical departments. The Division is affiliated with eight diverse teaching affiliates in and around Providence. There are 12 graduate programs (master’s and PhD) educating over 500 students and over 600 Medical students training at The Warren Alpert Medical School.

Briefly describe your experience with budget management, variance tracking, or financial reconciliations. What tools or habits do you rely on to ensure accuracy across multiple accounts or cost centers?

As a financial partner to non-financial stakeholders, how do you explain complex budget reports or financial policies in a clear, accessible way?

This position is based on-campus in Providence, RI, under a hybrid work schedule requiring 1 - 2 days of in-person work per week.

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