General Description:
Under direction, the Director of Finance performs daily processing and tracking of financial, budget, and payroll transactions for various College accounts including faculty-managed discretionary and research accounts. This person maintains files and records, reports, and documentation related to the transaction activity of the Armour College of Engineering. They are responsible for general knowledge of all University and College policies and procedures related to finance, budget, payroll processing, hiring, etc., and are expected to provide authoritative information to academic department faculty and staff concerning related policies and procedures.
Department: Office of the Dean of Engineering
Position Category: Full Time
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in a related field with a minimum of three years (+) professional work experience in accounting, bookkeeping, financial or budget planning, budget oversight, budget administration, business management, and/or a related field (preferably in higher education); degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Experience with the university's relevant financial systems (PeopleAdmin-HR, Banner Finance, Cognos).
Experience in a work setting that demands high quality, flexibility, and excellent customer service.
Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills as applied to interactions with coworkers, supervisors, faculty, students, etc., sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.
Excellent computer proficiency including advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Knowledge & Skills:
Superior organization, planning, and account management skills. Demonstrated knowledge of budgeting concepts, policies, and regulations for financial management. Ability to handle and process detail-oriented documentation and meet designated accounting and budget deadlines as required. Knowledge of and experience with Banner Finance System or similar software; Cognos experience is a plus. Possess the ability to be flexible, work independently, and effectively within a team environment. Good writing skills and excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with individuals at all organizational levels.
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