Finance Manager

23-Jan-2024

Harvard Law School

64854BR

Position Description

The Finance Manager works closely with the leadership and management team of the Center for Health Law and Policy Innovation (CHLPI) of Harvard Law School to oversee CHLPI’s financial needs. Working in a team setting, the Finance Manager is responsible for managing budgeting, tracking, analysis, and reporting on CHLPI’s various programs. The Finance Manager will develop a deep understanding of CHLPI’s mission and business operations, including financials, budgets, forecasts, and fundraising, and will create financial reports to help leadership and management make sound decisions. This position requires keen attention to detail and deadlines; a proven ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment with wide-ranging activities; and a commitment to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion.  

This position represents a unique opportunity to join the administrative team of a dynamic public interest Center focused on health, public health and food law and policy, and to contribute to these important fields through sound fiscal management of the Center. For more information about the Center for Health Law and Policy Innovation please visit https://chlpi.org/
As a Finance Manager, you will:  

• Design and oversee CHLPI’s budget and manage the implementation of the Center’s financial operations across a portfolio of high-volume, diverse, and complicated grants, awards and funds.
• Complete financial planning, analysis, and budget reporting for all CHLPI activities and varied funds, including tracking spending, producing and analyzing budget reports and projections, and presenting this information to leadership on a regular basis.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and analysis of CHLPI’s financial needs and demands.
• Work closely with CHLPI colleagues to ensure understanding of and planning for their unique budgets. Serve as a resource to team members in planning for financial success of grant projects, programs, events, etc.
• Collaborate with CHLPI development colleagues to provide budget and finance information for grant proposals, reports, and other donor-related requirements, as well as to ensure alignment between CHLPI’s development and finance goals and needs.
• Serve as the liaison with the HLS Finance Office for accounting, budgeting, and finance needs. Build collaborative relationships with other relevant University partners to meet CHLPI’s financial needs and complete financial transactions.
• Complete other finance- and budget-related tasks as needed to contribute to the success of the Center and its programs.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience

Additional Qualifications and Skills

We are looking for people who have:  

• Advanced knowledge of financial principles, budgeting, financial analysis, and accounting; high-level Microsoft Excel knowledge.
• Experience in higher education or nonprofits a plus; familiarity with Harvard University finance and accounting platforms such as GMAS, OBI, and SmartView a plus.
• Experience working with colleagues of diverse backgrounds and a commitment to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion in their work.
• Proven capacity to work as a team member in a collaborative, dynamic, team-based work environment.
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Additional Information

This is a one year term appointment with potential for renewal subject to funding and departmental need. 

We regret that Harvard Law School is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.
All offers to be made by HLS Human Resources.

Work Format Details

This position is eligible for 100% remote work. Employees may work from any of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Travel to campus may be required for occasional key meetings. 

About Us

Be a part of excellence and leadership in legal education and scholarship at Harvard Law School. We are a community of talented people from diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and perspectives, dedicated to advancing the cause of justice all over the world. We value our differences and our diversity as a source of strength. We are committed to developing and inspiring our students and our workforce. Whoever you are, whatever you do, however you do it, Harvard Law School  is a place where you can thrive.

Benefits

We invite you to visit Harvard’s Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards ) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

Job Function

Finance, General Administration

Department Office Location

USA – MA – Cambridge

Job Code

F0857P Financial Administrator III

Work Format

Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)

Department

Center for Health Law and Policy Innovation

Union

00 – Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Pre-Employment Screening

Education, Identity

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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