The Smart Museum of Art at the University of Chicago (smartmuseum.uchicago.edu), located in one of the nation's greatest cities for art and on the campus of one of the world's leading research universities, opens the world through art and ideas. The Smart Museum is widely known for its ambitious exhibitions and programs; its collaborations with scholars and students, often led by the Feitler Center for Academic Inquiry, have animated its collection both historically and conceptually. The Museum plays a central role in the University's arts initiative, which has brought extraordinary new focus and energy to the arts on campus. At the same time, the Museum collaborates closely with other units on campus as well as institutions and scholars in the city and across the country. Its exhibition projects often arise from partnerships with other institutions and travel nationally and internationally. The Smart Museum is also deeply dedicated to engaging its surrounding communities through Public Practice programming that offers visitors of all ages a transformative experience involving significant and often unexpected examples of artistic expression.
Job Summary
The Assistant Director of Finance and Grants Management facilitates financial planning and management, financial processing and reporting, grants management, and development functions including grant reporting. This position coordinates other organization administrative processes including supply ordering and equipment management. This role manages a broad range of business operations and organizational activities. Develops and implements select office procedures and policies and ensures compliance. Prepares and monitors the budget for a unit.
Responsibilities
Leads daily financial activities of the museum, monitoring and reconciling accounts, developing budgets with Director, and researching, compiling, and analyzing financial data to create reports, proposals and other financial documents to facilitate strategic decision-making. Researches, compiles and analyzes data to create reports, proposals, and business plans.
Monitors budgets and provides Director with regular updates and ensures that spending limits are adhered to and are within budget.
Works with budget managers to review monthly financial reporting and cost allocation including monitoring billing and payment follow up, etc.
Oversees payment processes including managing vendor relations, updating and disseminating reimbursement guidelines, award and stipend instructions, and sponsor invoices; handles payment processing and deposits for students and honorariums, preparing and approving monthly GEMs reconciliations, etc.
Collaborates with the Director in the pursuit of grants and funding proposals.
Works closely with Alumni Relations & Development for grants and gifts management, including processing all grants through University grants management system AURA and serving as the primary liaison with University Research Administration. Compiles interim and final financial reports for grants and gifts.
Oversees supply ordering for the Museum including office, exhibition and collections management supplies.
Works in partnership with UChicago Arts Human Resources Team to support processes related to staff onboarding and offboarding.
Works in partnership with ITS and UChicago Arts to coordinate computer and office equipment leases and support.
Serves as a member of the Smart Museum staff and assist with various programs and projects.
Uses best practices to develop and execute organization's operational and overall strategic plan. Develops and implements relevant policies and procedures and ensures compliance.
Plans, develops, analyzes and manages budget, including developing multi-year budget forecasts. May oversee the preparation and management of grant and contract proposals, ensuring compliance with all University, federal and private foundation guidelines and regulations. Develops financial reports and assists with seeking funding for grants.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
--- Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer applications.
Preferred Competencies
Self-starter who can operate in a complex administrative environment with limited oversight.
Familiarity with general business practices.
Commitment to providing a high level of service and working in a team environment.
High degree of professionalism and emotional intelligence.
Attention to detail.
Handle confidential information with utmost discretion.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Handle multiple tasks simultaneously and under tight deadlines.
Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (preferred)
When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Administration & Management
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Frequency
Monthly
Scheduled Weekly Hours
37.5
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
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