Finance Administrator

Established in 1993, Veterans Research and Education Foundation of St. Louis (VREF) is an independent nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation, whose main purpose is to administer externally funded (non-VA funded) biomedical research and education projects within the VA St. Louis Healthcare System. We are a forward-thinking organization dedicated to supporting innovation and excellence in veterans’ health initiatives. Our dynamic culture fosters creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement, while maintaining a positive and inclusive work environment. We are looking for an exceptional person to join our administrative team. If you are enthusiastic about making a difference, thrive in a fast-paced setting, are a tireless self-starter and possess a passion for excellence, we want to hear from you. Come be a part of our exciting journey and contribute to our ongoing success! Job Description The Finance Administrator is responsible for supporting the Finance department with the handling of a variety of complex accounting and clerical duties. The ideal candidate will be expected to use independent judgment to resolve problems and deviations from the general workflow and will assist in ensuring daily department tasks are completed efficiently. This individual is responsible for data entry and maintaining the financial accounting platform, generating invoices, collecting outstanding receivables, assisting with month-end tasks, ensuring revenue is recognized within required time frames according to our internal controls policy and compliance requirements and other day-to-day tasks assigned by the Director of Finance. Job Functions Examines recorded transactions and reconciles to source documents to ensure accuracy. Verifies invoice accuracy and investigates inconsistencies, resolving issues independently. Maintains ledgers, journals, logs, files, and other fiscal accounting records. Monitors the approval sequences within various clinical trial support platforms. Reviews payroll for accuracy prior to processing Performs bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial records. Communicates necessary accounting information to internal and external users. Maintains appropriate controls of payments and accounting records. Assists with general administrative, financial, and statistical record keeping activities. Perform other duties, as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance (Required) 1-3 years’ work experience in accounting, finance or bookkeeping (Required) Experience using QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel (Required) Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, professional environment. Ability to work both independently and with a multidisciplinary team Additional Information Compensation is commensurate with experience. Job is hybrid with a combination of remote and on-site requirements #J-18808-Ljbffr The Veterans Research and Education Foundation of St. Louis