Financial Management Coordinator

Founded in 1856, the 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.Offers of employment are contingent on the completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify someone from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, finalists have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding the background check.The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.Position Summary/Purpose of Position:The University of Maryland’s Division of Administration has an exciting and unique opportunity for an experienced Finance Coordinator. The role is a key contributor to the division’s shared business services office which provides consistent, high-quality budget, finance, and human resources to support the Division’s 1,400 employees. The position reports to the Assistant Director of Business and Financial Services, works with the Business & Financial Services team and other staff across the division on day-to-day financial matters including transactions, contracts, financial research, personnel data maintenance, and preparing, analyzing, and maintaining a variety of records, reports, documents, and presentations. The Financial Management Coordinator ensures the division is following rules and regulations established by the university and GAAP. The ideal candidate demonstrates excellent judgment, is highly organized with attention to detail, offers a high sense of urgency to complete requests and deadlines, quickly understands business/technical issues, enjoys prioritizing and handling a high volume and variety of tasks, and manages responsibilities independently to conclusion.UMD will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future.Education:Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university or equivalent combination of education and related experience.Experience:Four (4) or more years of experience using accounting and business practices which include budgeting, financial analysis, accounting, contract management, and/or purchasing.Successful experience using reference and research methods and techniques for collecting, compiling, and organizing data and information, analytical and statistical principles and techniques.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Highly proficient in reconciliation techniques and data integrity verification, and analytical and mathematical skills, including statistical and financial analysis methods and procedures.Ability to communicate business information to non-technical stakeholders.Demonstrated ability to independently handle multiple tasks and set priorities in a high-paced environment.Highly organized with attention to detail and deadlines, enjoy prioritizing and handling a high volume and variety of daily tasks.Ability to quickly understand business/technical issues; excellent problem-solving skills; manage responsibilities independently to conclusion.Collaborative and able to work effectively with all constituencies.Proficiency with financial systems (e.g. Workday, Adaptive Planning, or other cloud-based systems) and with office automation software and applications (e.g., MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Google Suite).Excellent communication and customer service standards, exercise good judgment, and handle confidential data with discretion and tact.Preferences:Five (5) or more years of work experience is preferred.Proficient in financial or data analysis, project management and/or process improvement is preferred.Experience in a customer service role is preferred.Demonstrated experience with reporting and data analysis tools, Workday or other financial systems.Experience working in a higher education or complex environment.Additional Information:Salary Range: $66,400 – $80,000.Job Risks:Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands:Normal office environment with extensive computer use. Fast-paced environment with strict deadlines. Must be able to clearly read a computer screen for extended periods and maintain significant fine finger dexterity for keyboarding. Incumbent will occasionally travel on and off campus.Posting Date:10/03/2024Closing Date:Open Until FilledBest Consideration Date:10/18/2024Diversity 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.Required Documents:ResumeCover LetterList of References (no emails sent from system)Optional Documents:Posting Specific Questions

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