Financial Officer, SIP

Summary

This position manages the financial operations and accounting functions for the UF Self-Insurance Program.

Examples of Work

Job functions are specific duties that would be included in the essential functions of the job description. These functions are not all-inclusive nor do they cover the full extent of the duties performed.
• Directs the professional accounting operations of the UF Self-Insurance Program (UFSIP), HEIC, and other state self-insurance programs contracting with UFSIP.
• Manages fiscal and accounting staff and manages the work flow.
• Develops policies and procedures in conformance with industry standards.
• Oversees reconciliations of complex fund sources, accounts, and investments.
• Compiles financial statements and maintains financial records.
• Acts as a liaison with internal and external bodies concerning financial issues.
• Manages contribution and premium receivable functions, including compiling and analyzing underwriting and actuarial data.
• Ensures compliance with applicable reporting, accounting, and audit standards.
• Serves as liaison with internal and external auditors, State of Florida, State of Vermont, and external CPA firms.
• Compiles data related to reserves, losses, expenses and revenues and conducts analyses.
• Is responsible for production of financial reports.

Education and Experience

Master’s degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience; or a bachelor’s degree and six years of related work experience.

Licensure and Certification

May require Certified Public Accountant certification.

Supervision

This position does have supervisory responsibility.

Competencies

• Accountability*
• Advocacy*
• Coaching/Mentoring*
• Collaboration*
• Communication*
• Emotional Intelligence*
• Facilitative Decision Making*
• Fair and Legal Management*
• Financial Management*
• Humility*
• Integrity*
• Judgment*
• Execution*
• Political Savvy*
• Problem Solving*
• Resolve*
• Role Model*
• Strategic Thinking*
• Talent Selection*
• Transparency*

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