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Financial Services Specialist
Job Description
Position Number:
129492Title:
SpecialistFunctional Title:
Financial Services SpecialistCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.00Unit:
CMNS-College of Computer, Math & Natural SciencesCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The CMNS Dean’s Office seeks a highly organized and personable Financial Services Specialist with exceptional attention to detail to join our team. The Financial Services Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and completing a wide range of business-related tasks, projects, and support for the college.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree is required at the time of the appointment.
Experience:
- One (1) year of professional budget, finance, or accounting experience.
- Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.
- Experience working with customers in a complex and fast-paced environment.
- Experience working with finance or related offices in a university setting.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Dedication to providing excellent customer service to a diverse population of student, faculty, staff, and visitors
- Possess a strong attention to detail and an ability to execute assignments under tight deadlines while being able to work well under pressure
- Self-motivated with a willingness to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision
- Skilled in understanding, interpreting, and applying university policies and procedures in the areas of finance and/or research administration.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Experience working in higher education, specifically at UMD, strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of university software tools and/or systems such as Kuali Financial System (KFS), Priority BA4, , Concur, Blackbaud, and Kuali Research.
- Knowledge of State, UMD, and UMCPF financial policies and procedures.
Additional Information:
- Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the USA. No visa sponsorship is offered for this position.
- The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 22 Days Annual Leave; 15 Days Sick Leave; 3 Days Personal Leave; 15 Paid Holidays; Tuition Remission; Health, Dental, Vision and Prescription coverage.
- Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
- Predominantly sedentary position/work in an office environment requiring the ability to sit for an extended time and operate standard office equipment and keyboards.
- Ability to review, prepare, and analyze data and figures.
- Ability to move/transport up to 10 pounds of materials/office equipment.
- Ability to traverse campus to deliver and pick up materials.
- Ability to communicate with internal and external contacts and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Posting Date:
05/24/2024Closing Date:
06/05/2024Open Until Filled
NoDiversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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