Financial Specialist - Part Time

CLASSIFICATION: Staff  

JOB FAMILY: Financial Operations   

JOB CODE: 8301-0000 

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt 

JOB TITLE DEFINITION:  

Financial Specialist positions identify, measure, record, classify, interpret, communicate financial information; perform auditing and accounting functions, related to analysis and reconciliation of financial transactions; examine, investigates, reviews records, and financial statements; prepare accounting statements and financial reports for use by the University, external users, internal control; ensure compliance with federal, state or local regulations and University Policy; conduct cost accounting, forecasts, prepares and monitors budget preparation; use analytics to help develop and implement accounting and financial systems.

SAMPLE WORK ACTIVITIES:  

• Analyze accounting records for accuracy and completeness  
• Research, diagnose and resolve accounting issues and/or discrepancies 
• Work with federal, state, private and internal auditors  
• Analyze expenditures charged for appropriateness and compliance within research or general accounts 
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of transactions and reports 
• Assist in analyzing data to develop audit plans  
• Review and monitor accounts for accurate allocation of expenses  
• Assist to help resolve customer problems and reconcile differences 
• Prepare forms and manuals for accounting and financial transactions  
• Assist with analyzing business operations, trends, costs, and obligations to project future revenues or expenses  

REQUIREMENTS: N/A