Job Overview
The University of Cincinnati, College of Engineering and Applied Science invites applications for a Financial Administrator 1 (FA1) / Financial Administrator 2 (FA2) position to handle various financial and administrative duties for the Department of Aerospace Engineering & Engineering Mechanics.
As a Financial Administrator, you must be customer service oriented, a self-starter, well organized and have the ability to complete work independently, as well as assist others and work as a team.
The Financial Administrator will take direction from and report to Sr. Business Administrator.
Major duties may include administrative, fiscal, and grant activities such as :
- Financial tracking / monitoring of a variety of accounts such as General Funds, Designated / Endowment / Gift funds, Faculty Startup, Graduate Assistants, Adjuncts, Grants, and other funds / accounts as needed
- Involved in HR and Payroll processes, to include but not limited to student hiring, onboarding processes and timekeeping
- Process various transactions in both CONCUR and PACE systems (i.e. purchasing, travel, contracts)
- Assist the Sr. Business Administrator in annual budget formulation. This position will offer flexibility for a hybrid remote work option for applicants with a residence within the Cincinnati Tri-State Area.
Hybrid remote work arrangements are subject to change in accordance with university policies.
Essential Functions
- Coordinate and monitor fiscal administrative duties.
- Assist in the development of unit policies and procedures.
- Monitor the financial status of unit programs and other budget allocations. Implement policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Review and prepare Concur reports for reimbursements and purchasing card transactions.
- Manage and reconcile budget accounts including the preparation of monthly reports.
- May coordinate personnel functions for an operating unit.
- Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.
Required Education
- Bachelor's Degree must be in accounting or related field.
- For FA1 - Four (4) years of relevant work experience and / or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.
- For FA2 - Six (6) years of relevant work experience and / or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.
Required Experience
- FA1 requires related finance or accounting experience.
- FA2 requires two (2) years of finance or accounting experience.
Additional Qualifications Considered
- Experience using SAP and Microsoft Office products
- Strong planning and organizational skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and to multitask
- Incumbent should possess solid customer service skills with a positive attitude.
- Experience in budget management and grant management is preferred.
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
- Office environment / no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.