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To be successful in the position, you will bring:
- Bachelor’s degree and four years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.
- Advanced proficiency in business applications, such as Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel.
- Demonstrated knowledge of financial systems, internet and computer literacy.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Strong communication skills, including ability to prepare materials for and clearly and effectively communicate information to internal and external audiences and client groups.
- Demonstrated project management skills and ability to contribute to or lead part of a multifunctional team.
- Excellent analytical, conceptual, and organizational skills and ability to manage and manipulate large data sets; thorough knowledge of financial modeling, variance analysis, and common practices used for financial forecasting, ideally in an academic setting.
- Strong consulting and partnering skills, including the ability to lead and influence employees at all levels, and work successfully with unit/program directors.
- Demonstrated success in performing meticulous, high quality and compliant work.
- Ability to plan and organize work independently, manage competing priorities, and utilize available resources to complete quality work within time constraints and under minimal supervision.
- A curious and growth-based mindset accompanied by a high level of self-motivation and initiative.
Working Conditions:
- Routine extended working hours during peak cycles; travel to school/unit sites across university.
Physical Requirements:
- Frequently sit, perform desk-based computer tasks.
- Occasionally stand, walk, twist, use fine manipulation, grasp, use a telephone, write by hand, sort and file paperwork, lift, carry, push, and pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
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How to Apply
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Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. and live in the U.S.