Financial Coordinator

University of Tennessee•Memphis, TN

11h•$23

About The Position

The Financial Coordinator provides financial and business operations support for the Office of Research. Duties include but are not limited to budget reporting and oversight of all accounts; coordinates the day-to-day business duties related to personnel management, purchasing, accounts payables, contracts, travel coordination, and other business functions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Human Resources, or related field of study. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
One (1) year of work-related experience; OR Master’s Degree in lieu of experience; OR a combination of education and relevant work experience to equal five (5) years.
Thorough knowledge of web-based applications, database management, and software applications required.
Excellent customer service and organizational skills.
Highly focused with exceptional attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and a positive and respectful attitude with peers, students, supervisors, administrators, customers, and visitors.
Ability to work independently with little to no supervision.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proficient computer skills (including Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, and Outlook).
Skills in flexibility of tasks and time allocation.
Ability to maintain sensitive, confidential, and personal issues and ethical quandaries.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in educational institutions or clinical services preferred

Responsibilities

Assists the Finance Director with budget oversight for departments in the Office of Research.
Monitors, reconciles, and assists with fiscal and business operations for the Office of Research
Assists with the management of research funded awards to UTHSC faculty, such as bridge support, finish line grant support awards, grant collaboration, limited submission, and other research awards.
Develops budget analysis reports, prepares monthly reports, and performs account maintenance.
Provides reports and assists the Director with budget forecasts for monthly and end-of-year close-out.
Prepares and maintains operational, financial, and personnel forms/reports; processes contracts, travel, payables, personnel changes, and purchasing.
Reviews and reconciles departments procurement card charges for accuracy and completion.
Assists with account management of faculty requests for finish line, bridge, and other Office of Research award funding and services to the campus.
Reviews and approves all biweekly and monthly payroll reports, ensuring accuracy and adhering to deadlines.
Performs other related duties as assigned.