Senior Financial Administrator Student Involvement and Traditions Division of Student Affairs

divh2Senior Financial Administrator/h2pThe Student Involvement and Traditions (SIT) Office at Carnegie Mellon University consists of experienced professionals with an outstanding ability to cultivate relevant, one-to-one mentoring relationships with exceptional students; deeply influence the growth and development of the leaders of tomorrow; craft unique experiences building on the talents of a diverse, multifaceted community; and contribute to our Student Affairs Division whose cornerstone is a deep, sustained dedication to the ongoing care of its students./ppWe are searching for a Senior Financial Administrator to join our dynamic team. Engaging with students as they interact with our department, you will serve as a primary point of contact and specialist in all financial management and financial advising areas. You will have the exciting opportunity to forge university-wide relationships with colleagues across a broad array of departments as you support the ~$5 million in spending that occurs each year by our 350 student organizations, our student government branches, and Fraternity and Sorority Life chapters./ppWe are seeking candidates who are excited to work directly with students, and to support them as they practice and develop confidence in their skills. The Senior Financial Administrator must thrive in a high-volume environment and strive to provide first-rate service and support to diverse students, colleagues, and external constituents./ppCore responsibilities include:/pulliWork closely with, and direct, student organizations regarding financial policies and protocols, budget development/management, and purchasing procedures./liliCoordinate annual requirements and ongoing training content for student organization leaders./liliConduct monthly, semesterly and annual analysis of student organization accounts./liliProcess and/or oversee processing of financial transactions for student organizations including purchase orders, journal entries, redistributions, credit card verifications, etc./liliSupervise two direct reports including monitoring team workflow./liliServe as approver for all student organization procurement cards and expense reimbursements./liliEnsure accuracy of data in the online financial tool (TartanConnect) used by student organizations and communicate timely information and reminders./liliManage yearly student activities fee allocation and movement between accounts in accordance with Student Government fiscal policy./liliDirectly partner with Student Affairs finance team in training, financial troubleshooting, sponsorships and donations, processing support, and more./liliAdvocate for, develop and implement innovative approaches to support financial processing for student organizations./liliCommunicate directly with individuals and business vendors to determine method and requirements for payment including contracts for service, payroll appointments, and financial paperwork./liliIn partnership with the Student Affairs finance staff, liaise with Finance, Procurement, Insurance, University Contracts, Enterprise Risk Management, and other departments to ensure compliance with all applicable university standards, policies, and requirements./li/ulpAdaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University. We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work./ppApplications must include a cover letter and resume and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications received by April 27th will receive priority consideration. This position is a full-time role with an anticipated start date in late June./ppYou should demonstrate:/pulliApplication of analytical, budgeting, business, organizational, supervisory, and problem-solving skills/liliA desire to work closely with a diverse student body on a regular basis though education, training, and financial support/liliAbility to interact with a variety of internal partners and external customers/liliProven track record to champion an innovative and collaborative work environment/liliProven problem solving and reasoning skills, analytical skills, and oral, written, and interpersonal and intercultural communication skills/li/ulpQualifications:/pulliBachelors degree in accounting, finance or business administration required; masters degree preferred/liliMinimum of 3 years of related experience in finance and business administration with demonstrated knowledge of accounting practices required/liliA combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered/liliProficiency in Oracle or equivalent financial system/liliHigh level of proficiency in Excel/liliExperience with data visualization tools including but not limited to PowerBI or Excel4Apps is strongly preferred/liliPrevious supervision experience is preferred/li/ulpRequirements:/pulliSuccessful completion of a pre-employment background check/liliCredit check/li/ulpAdditional Information:/pulliSponsorship : Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU in the United States. CMU will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. Carnegie Mellon is not a qualifying employer for the STEM OPT benefit: only the 12-month OPT may be used to work at Carnegie Mellon./liliWork Posture: This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule in accordance with the universitys guidelines./li/ulpJoining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits./ppBenefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance./ppAdditional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!/ppFor a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page./ppAt Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; its about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations./ppAre you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!/ppLocation: Pittsburgh, PA/ppJob Function: Financial Planning, Analysis, Accounting and Reporting/ppPosition Type: Staff Regular/ppFull Time/Part time: Full time/ppPay Basis: Salary/ppMore Information:/pulliPlease visit Why Carnegie Mellon to learn more about becoming part of an institution inspiring innovations that change the world./liliClick here to view a listing of employee benefits/liliCarnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran./liliStatement of Assurance/li/ul/div