Northeastern University
Business Operations Associate
Northeastern University, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Business Operations Associate
About the OpportunityJOB SUMMARYReporting to the Associate Director of Finance & Operations, the Business Operations Associate manages the finance and operations for the departments under the Office of the Chancellor. The Office of the Chancellor oversees innovation in experiential learning, embracing digital and lifelong learning; learner mobility across both the global university system and internationally; student life including housing, wellness and student organizations; enrollment management, incorporating admissions, marketing, and financial aid; strategic partnerships; Division 1 athletics and university recreation; The Roux Institute at Northeastern University; as well as jointly leading, with the Office of the Provost, the Office of Diversity Equity and Inclusion.RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:Process requisitions, purchase orders, invoices and reimbursements.Ensure that all expenses are accurately submitted and posted with correct details and all required documentation.Reconcile and resolve finance discrepancies.Serve as point of contact for the Office of the Chancellor with internal and central departments on all business operations matters.Advise, train, and monitor compliance with divisional and University policies and procedures to ensure best practices are followed.Proactively review compliance, spending, and department protocols, and raise fiscal or policy concerns with department leadership.Support employee management processes.Review and recommend best practices and protocols that create efficiencies.Perform and present statistical analysis on divisional, department, or program trends as needed.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree.2-3 years’ experience in an operations, accounting, or finance role.Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, manage time, plan and organize work, and develop and maintain constructive working relationships.Customer service experience and comfort interfacing with a diverse community.Demonstrated flexibility and comfort with changing priorities while maintaining day to day duties.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with enterprise finance systems or other data management tools.Position Type : FinanceAdditional InformationNortheastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement, as well as commuting & transportation. Visit
https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/
for more information.Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.To learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see
www.northeastern.edu/diversity .
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About the OpportunityJOB SUMMARYReporting to the Associate Director of Finance & Operations, the Business Operations Associate manages the finance and operations for the departments under the Office of the Chancellor. The Office of the Chancellor oversees innovation in experiential learning, embracing digital and lifelong learning; learner mobility across both the global university system and internationally; student life including housing, wellness and student organizations; enrollment management, incorporating admissions, marketing, and financial aid; strategic partnerships; Division 1 athletics and university recreation; The Roux Institute at Northeastern University; as well as jointly leading, with the Office of the Provost, the Office of Diversity Equity and Inclusion.RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:Process requisitions, purchase orders, invoices and reimbursements.Ensure that all expenses are accurately submitted and posted with correct details and all required documentation.Reconcile and resolve finance discrepancies.Serve as point of contact for the Office of the Chancellor with internal and central departments on all business operations matters.Advise, train, and monitor compliance with divisional and University policies and procedures to ensure best practices are followed.Proactively review compliance, spending, and department protocols, and raise fiscal or policy concerns with department leadership.Support employee management processes.Review and recommend best practices and protocols that create efficiencies.Perform and present statistical analysis on divisional, department, or program trends as needed.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree.2-3 years’ experience in an operations, accounting, or finance role.Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, manage time, plan and organize work, and develop and maintain constructive working relationships.Customer service experience and comfort interfacing with a diverse community.Demonstrated flexibility and comfort with changing priorities while maintaining day to day duties.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with enterprise finance systems or other data management tools.Position Type : FinanceAdditional InformationNortheastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement, as well as commuting & transportation. Visit
https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/
for more information.Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.To learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see
www.northeastern.edu/diversity .
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