Finance Administrator

Job Summary Reporting to the Associate Director of Finance and Operations, the Finance Administrator manages day-to-day financial operations of the department, including budget monitoring, reconciliations, and maintaining accurate financial records. The role prepares financial reports, forecasts, and budget proposals while ensuring compliance with university policies and procedures, serves as liaison between the department and central finance, manages contracts and funding allocations, responds to financial inquiries, provides training and guidance on financial processes, and identifies opportunities to improve operational efficiency. Responsibilities Manage day-to-day financial operations, including budget monitoring and reconciliations. Maintain accurate financial records and prepare financial reports, forecasts, and budget proposals. Ensure compliance with university policies and procedures. Serve as liaison between the department and central finance. Manage contracts, funding allocations, and respond to financial inquiries. Provide training and guidance on financial processes. Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency through best practices. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum of 3-5 years of demonstrated financial experience, preferably in higher education or non‑profit environment. Experience with data management and analysis software (Excel, Tableau, SmartSheets) required; Workday Finance experience beneficial. Extreme attention to detail and accuracy. Effective communication with personnel at all levels of the University. Ability to manage a complex set of projects with competing deadlines and priorities. Flexible, able to work well in a team and in a fast‑paced environment. Benefits Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement, and commuting & transportation. Compensation Grade/Pay Type: 106H. Expected Hiring Range: $23.37 - $32.14. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change. EEO Statement All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr NU USA Northeastern University