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Posted: 13-Mar-25
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
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Internal Number: 98541-en_US
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation?s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls ?the most ambitious campus design program in the country.?
With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC?s momentum has never been stronger. UC?s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.
Job Overview
The University of Cincinnati, College of Engineering and Applied Science (CEAS) invites applications for a Financial Administrator 1 (FA1) position to handle various financial and administrative duties in a CEAS academic unit, such as the Department of Computer Science or Civil & Architectural Engineering & Construction Management. 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 ateam. 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, including timekeeping
- Process various transactions in both CONCUR and PACE systems (i.e. purchasing, travel, contracts)
- Assist the Sr Business Administrator with annual financial review and forecasting
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.
- Potential oversight of student workers.
- 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.
- Four (4) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.
Required Experience
Related 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.
Application Process Information
Applicants must supply a resume, cover letter, and a list of three (3) references upon request.
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
- Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
- Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
- Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
- Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
- Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html.
For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.
The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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