Finance Coordinator University Advancement
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Job Location:
Clayton, OH - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 21 - 24
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Scheduled Hours
37.5Position Summary
University Advancement (UA) Finance manages non-compensation budgets and transactions for the department as well as providing information and support to internal and external stakeholders. This position provides a wide range of financial services for University Advancement including financial transaction processing supplier statement research and reconciliation expense report review and related financial activities. The Finance Coordinator will be part of a team that ensures UA is following all WashU policies and procedures in these areas.Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Process online documents in Workday such as purchase orders change orders supplier invoice requests expense reports internal service delivery documents supplier invoices journals and cash sales deposits. Ensure expenditures follow policy and are accurately entered and approved.
- Serve as a primary point of contact and resource for assistance with finance services providing professional and courteous customer service to departments supported by UA Finance. Act as liaison between the department suppliers and central area functions such as Accounts Payable Resource Management and General Accounting.
- Assist with analysis of department revenue and expenditures and preparation of financial reports as assigned. Monitor account balances maintains open encumbrances and processes journals as needed. Assist with fiscal year end close.
- Continually look for opportunities to improve workflow efficiency and accuracy of transactions. Provide feedback on UA financial processes and systems.
- Ensure consistency of accounting practices and adherence to university policies and procedures. Maintain a thorough up to date knowledge of policies and procedures including the Universitys statement of internal controls.
- Complete special projects as assigned.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
- Normal office environment
- Ability to travel across campuses as needed
Physical Effort
- Typically sitting at a desk or table
Equipment
- Office equipment
Required Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Drivers License:
More About This Job
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to modify ones own behavioral style to interact successfully with UA staff in a fast-paced environment sometimes under pressure and respond to their needs with a high level of professionalism.
- Service-oriented communicator who is a true team player actively invested in the mission of UA Finance and ensuring its goals are met.
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines while maintaining a high level of attention to detail; ability to manage high volume workload efficiently.
- Previous experience in a university setting is preferred.
This position is located in St. Louis MO and the targeted hiring range for this position is $21.17 - $24.50 per hour.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelors degree
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Accounting Accounting Journal Entries Accounts Payable (AP) Analytical Thinking Communication Confidentiality Customer Service Deadline Management Detail-Oriented Error Correction Financial Systems Financial Transactions High Volume Processing Invoices Meeting Organization Microsoft Office Multitasking Problem Resolution Problem Solving Service Oriented Sound Judgment Workday Software Work Efficiency Working Independently Workload ManagementGrade
G08-HSalary Range
$21.17 - $32.85 / HourlyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including ones qualifications and performance equity with others in the department market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.Questions
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Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation please emailor call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and if requested reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job absent undue hardship.Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and as applicable for the position other background checks drug screen an employment and education or licensure/certification verification physical examination certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation 10 recognized holidays and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges annual health screenings mental health resources mindfulness programs and courses employee assistance program (EAP) financial resources access to dietitians and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care Weve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies detailed benefits and eligibility please visit: StatementWashington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the Universitys policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race ethnicity color national origin citizenship (where prohibited by federal law) age religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability protected veteran status or genetic information.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Office Manager Experience
- Presentation Skills
- Accounts Receivable
- Dentrix
- Organizational skills
- Ellucian
- QuickBooks
- Accounting
- Dental Receptionist
- Dental Office Experience
- Financial Management
- Bookkeeping
