Financial Coordinator (College of Optometry) (Finance)

Department: Dean, Optometry Salary: Commensurate with Experience/Education
Description:

Coordinates the financial operations of a large or complex unit. May oversee the activities of clerical financial support personnel.

1. Reconciles the unit's financial accounts and monitors revenue and expenditure budgets.
2. Compiles recurring and ad hoc financial reports for management and faculty; advises management and faculty on status of accounts.
3. May serve as liaison to Office of Grants and Contracts regarding financial issues.
4. Oversees the cash handling function for the unit, including, but not limited to petty cash, gift transmittals and travel reimbursements.
5. Oversees the preparation of financial documents, reviews financial documents for accuracy and availability of funds.
6. Researches and corrects reconciliation discrepancies with reallocations and journal vouchers.
7. Participates in the annual budget development process.
8. Performs other job-related duties as required.

MQ: Education: Requires a basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and simple mathematical functions like percentages, ratios, etc. as might normally be acquired through attainment of a high school diploma or GED. Experience: Requires a minimum of three (3) years of directly job-related experience.

Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience.

Additional Posting Information:
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with PeopleSoft Finance and university financials, including but not limited to vouchers and journals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Detailed-oriented
• Experience with Purchasing and/or Accounts Payables

Candidates interested in applying for the position must submit the following documents with the application:
• Cover letter describing the manner in which your experience applies to the posting.
• Resume
• Salary History (list Employer name, dates, and last salary)
• Three work references, including current and past supervisors. NOTE: We will maintain your
confidentiality and notify you in advance of making contact with any of your references. References will be contacted only after the interviewing process has been completed.

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