Financial Specialist – Controller's Office

Responsibilities

• Support the Vice Dean of Research and Graduate Studies business area by providing strategic oversight of budget, fiscal, operational, and compliance-related financial activities
• Oversee financial operations associated with approximately $31M in annual operating expenditures across 12 departments
• Prepare executive-level financial reports, dashboards, presentations, and operational analyses for leadership
• Maintain financial controls, operational procedures, and reporting structures to support compliance and efficient operations
• Review and approve financial transactions, journal vouchers, correcting entries, and business expenses as appropriate
• Support audit, compliance, and year-end financial activities across the business area

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• 8+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• Strong financial management and analytical skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and manage sensitive financial information with professionalism and integrity