7 jobs found in Cambridge

Job Summary: The EdRedesign Lab  at Harvard Graduate School of Education: Founded in 2014 by Paul Reville, Francis Keppel Professor of Practice of Educational Policy and Administration at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, EdRedesign provides catalytic support to the cradle-to-career place-based partnership field to drive systems-level change and open personalized pathways to well-being, educational attainment, civic engagement, and upward mobility. To support this growing field to effect transformational change that serves the needs and talents of individual children and youth, our work focuses on talent development, actionable research, our Institute for Success Planning, and our By All Means initiatives. Our mission is to ensure the social, emotional, physical, and academic development and well-being of all children and youth, especially those affected by racism, poverty, and disinvestment. Reporting to EdRedesign’s Director of Finance and Operations, the Senior...

The Business Analyst - RPA works with the Robotics Process Automation (RPA) technology team and key stakeholders to create automated solutions for the business. The role is a key link between the technical team, process excellence, and business stakeholders to ensure effective solutions are delivered which drive meaningful and measurable business value.  The role will analyze and document complex business processes (AS-IS and TO-BE) for targeted processes. The candidate would also support the facilitation of discovery sessions across multiple teams and business units and lead the adoption / implementation of activities associated with new RPA solutions within the business.  The Business Analyst works with cross-functional teams and business units to understand, challenge, and provide thought leadership on strategy to achieve the company’s goals through business and technology transformation. They identify automation opportunities, define RPA value proposition, and re-engineer...

Reporting to the Senior Product Owner on the Research Administration and Compliance Systems team, the Senior Business Systems Analyst (SBSA) supports the service delivery of university-wide systems, solutions, and services with a focus on the research administration, research compliance, and research management. This role is focused on the Grants Management Applications Suite (GMAS) and will work with a team to design, develop, test, and implement enhancements and upgrades to modules and provide ongoing support. The SBSA works closely with the user community, fellow team members, and technical partners to design, test, implement, and validate solutions to support ongoing and emerging needs. Job-Specific Responsibilities:   Facilitate communication with end-users, convert complex business requirements into technical specifications, participate in the software development lifecycle, and ensure seamless solution delivery aligned with the organization's strategic objectives....

Responsible for the strategic direction of accounting, budgeting and control activities within a school or unit. Enhance the control environment by establishing and monitoring effective processes and systems. The Associate Director of Accounting reports to and backs up the Controller, serving as a key member of the CSFA team. This role leads and coordinates with university partners including but not limited to, Harvard University Housing & Real Estate, the Office of the General Counsel, Office of the Controller, CS Financial Planning & Analysis, Tax office, and Information Technology to address complex accounting issues and align stakeholders. The Associate Director oversees internal controls, tax matters, and compliance with GAAP, University and CS policies, and all relevant regulations, while driving process efficiency through technology and automation. The role requires strong leadership, independent judgment, advanced technical accounting and accounting system skills,...

The incumbent will lead and direct compliance and risk management activities/functions for the Harvard Graduate School of Education.  Job-Specific Responsibilities: Oversees and manages the emerging research security program for HGSE, serving as the school’s Research Security Administrator with the lead role in directing, collaborating, and connecting across multiple offices and roles to ensure HGSE executes and remains in compliance with Harvard’s Research Security policy and procedures. Will consult with and maintain a dotted-line relationship with the University Research Compliance Officer for activities related to this role. Oversees and coordinates all activities of the HGSE Export Controls (EC) program and serving as the school’s Export Control Officer, including communicating school-level information about EC and coordinating or conducting Visual Compliance checks as required on international partners school-wide. Supports faculty and staff in engaging with the HGSE...

Job Summary: Independently perform complex financial administration including budget development, financial analysis, and consultation. Provide recommendations for the use of financial resources. The Department of Stem Cell and Regenerative Biology (HSCRB) is seeking an Accounting and Business Operations (ABO) Manager to support and lead in critical department financial and business operations. In addition to advanced skills and knowledge of financial and business policies, best practices, and platforms, the ideal ABO Manager will have a strong commitment to service leadership, to team and community building, and to providing best possible customer service. Working with ABO team members, other HSCRB staff, and administrative peers across campus, the ABO Manager is key to achieving department goal of improving human health. The ABO Manger position is an excellent opportunity for someone looking grow their technical and leadership skills, mentor a team to success, and support...

Reporting to the Executive Dean and in close partnership with the Dean and other senior leaders, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) leads the financial management and strategic financial planning efforts of Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) in support of its teaching, learning, and research mission.  The CFO has direct responsibility for the overall financial management of HKS including accountability for the School’s $280 million operating budget, fiscal policies and procedures, efficiency and effectiveness of financial systems, and fiscal compliance and control. Further, the CFO leads the School’s risk assessment and management program, in partnership with the University’s Risk Management and Audit Services department.  The CFO is also directly responsible for the development and maintenance of financial models, and, in collaboration with partner offices, the development and implementation of financial strategies in support of all facets of strategic planning for HKS, including...