Banner Finance Functional Consultant

Banner Finance Functional Consultant – CampusWorks, Inc. CampusWorks seeks experienced higher education finance professionals/business analysts with Ellucian Banner ERP experience. The role is an Independent Contractor position, Remote with potential campus visits, and offers flexible, project‑based work ranging from 10 to 30 hours per week for assignments lasting from a few weeks to several months. What You’ll Do (Project Scope Varies By Institution) Provide interim leadership in general accounting, grants, purchasing, fixed assets, and disbursements. Partner with campus leaders and external auditors to assess processes and recommend improvements. Prepare and review reconciliations, interim reports, and financial statements. Support compliance with state and federal grant requirements and institutional policies. Help institutions strengthen internal controls, improve reporting, and align operations with strategic goals. What We’re Looking For Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change and the full adoption of Ellucian Banner technology. Solid leadership skills, including facilitating diverse groups, building consensus, and preparing the organization and individuals for change. Experience in business process reviews, including evaluating and recommending policy changes. Superior communication skills and the ability to provide a consultative approach to clients. Experience facilitating the diverse needs of functional areas, students, faculty, staff, and leadership across higher education organizations. Ability to map current and desired processes with detail, showing the various process steps and who performs each step. Previous consulting experience is a plus, but not required. 5+ years’ experience leading, managing, or directing finance functional areas at a college or university. Experience configuring the Ellucian Banner ERP for one or multiple functional areas within the finance division. Professional experience as a finance business analyst working with Ellucian Banner ERP within a higher education institution. Experience overseeing banking and cash management, project contract billing, pre‑award grants, and research is preferred. College degree required; Master’s or above preferred. Engagement Details Project‑based consulting opportunity with varied hours and duration based on the client’s defined scope of work. 1099 independent contractor role—ideal for professionals looking for flexible work. Remote work with potential for limited on‑site engagements, depending on client needs. Engaged for the duration of each assignment; may be called upon for future projects on an as‑needed basis. No guarantee of consecutive engagements or consistent hours. Why CampusWorks? CampusWorks exclusively serves higher education institutions and understands the value that seasoned professionals bring. As a CampusWorks consultant, you’ll be positioned as an independent expert, stepping in to support temporary, specialized needs at colleges and universities across the country. Benefits of a CampusWorks Contract Consultancy Partner with clients to provide solutions that promote positive change on campuses. Expand your experience and impact, grow a portfolio of projects, and leverage your expertise in a new way. CampusWorks Contracted Consultants Experience Collaboration: Work with other talented professionals on projects that align with your interests and expertise. Flexibility: Choose work periods that suit your needs and goals, whether you have your own business, prefer selective work periods, or seek work‑from‑home opportunities. Impactful Projects: Access dynamic and challenging projects, making positive changes for the clients we serve. Variety: Daily tasks may vary, providing opportunities to grow a range of skills. Notice to All Applicants Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Employee Polygraph Protection Act Your Employee Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) E‑Verify Participation Right to Work #J-18808-Ljbffr