Financial Specialist III

Position Title Financial Specialist III Job Category Academic Staff Employment Type Regular, part‑time (0.5‑0.8 FTE, 20‑32 weekly hours) Job Duties Located in the Dean’s Office at the Sheldon B. Lubar College of Business at the University of Wisconsin‑Milwaukee, the Financial Specialist III reports to the Divisional Finance Officer and provides administrative support for financial processes and reporting. The role works closely with the College’s Accountant, campus Accounting Services staff, Purchasing Services staff, Human Resources staff, UWM Foundation staff, other campus service units and suppliers. Key Responsibilities Reallocate expenses to appropriate funding strings. Draft communications and reports, maintaining organization of varied records to provide administrative support within a specified work unit. Answer complex fiscal questions and provide information based on established materials and standards to various audiences. Serve as a unit liaison to leadership, providing financial advice, recommendations, and financial status updates. Review transaction processing internal controls and recommend policies and procedures. Monitor financial transactions and fund balances, generating and reconciling complex reports and statements in accordance with established rules and regulations. Review and approve complex transactions, assigning funding codes in accordance with established rules, regulations, and policies. Train staff on financial processes and best practices. Support procurement and travel processes. Compensation $30,000 to $48,000 based on a part‑time FTE (0.5‑0.8). Required Qualifications Associate degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. A minimum of two years of accounting, finance, or business administration experience. Evidence of excellent organizational and customer service skills. Evidence of excellent communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Proficiency in Excel and ability to create complex spreadsheets and reports. Experience with university procurement and travel systems. Ability to multitask and transition quickly between priorities to address specific situations. Experience in accounting or financial areas in a higher education setting. Knowledge and experience with gift funds. Knowledge of Workday or other financial and administrative software and systems. Experience advising or training staff on financial systems. EEO Statement Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr