FINANCIAL ASSOCIATE

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, provides assistance, often of a complex technical and clerical nature, to the Financial/Business Officer for a department or unit. Works closely with the Financial/Business Officer on such matters as monitoring sizeable budgets, providing projections and costing, preparing grants and contracts, maintenance of financial databases and the production of a wide array of financial reports. Reconciles accounts. Sets up financial tracking systems. Interfaces with purchasing department and vendors in tracking orders and payment requisitions and researching problems. Operates with a high degree of independence due to extensive knowledge of financial processes, policies, and regulations that dictate the financial operation of the department or unit. May supervise staff. May have some human resources related responsibilities. May interface with external institutions to establish grants and contracts.

This position is in the Center for AIDS Research and will serve in a financial capacity on post-award grants management activities.

Hourly Rate of Pay: $16.48 – $25.93

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field and one (1) year of related experience required. OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience with Oracle, Excel, Grants Management, strong organizational & communication skills.

Five years’ experience in a financial position is preferred. However, less than 5 years’ experience but a degree in Finance or Accounting may substitute.

Primary Location

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University

Job Category

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Finance

Organization

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310008500 Center for AIDS Research

Employee Status

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Regular

Shift

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Day/1st Shift