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Financial Associate I
Harvard University Faculty of Arts and Sciences
The Financial Associate is a member of the OEB Financial Operations team, which facilitates day-to-day procurement and financial operations for faculty, staff, researchers and students in OEB, the Museum of Comparative Zoology (MCZ) and the Harvard University Herbaria (HUH). This position reports to the OEB Manager of Financial Operations.
Typical Duties · For an assigned portfolio of labs and administrative units, and following established guidelines and business processes, prepare, review and authorize sponsored and non-sponsored financial transactions, including, but not limited to, purchase requisitions, reimbursements, payables, miscellaneous receivables, internal billings, and credits. · Interpret University's spending, payment, tax, travel and reimbursement policies and confirm transactional compliance with same, including ensuring business purpose and account allocations are in keeping with Uniform Guidance and other University financial accounting policies and guidelines. · Advise customers on selecting the most appropriate method to procure goods/services and assist with those processes; serve as an expert source of information on Harvard/departmental fiscal policies, procedures and systems and provide guidance and training as necessary. · Monitor, research and resolve issues with financial transactions, including, but not limited to, tracking receiving and unpaid commitments. · Prepare and process journal transfers to correct errors and reconcile funds; assist with year-end close transactions and monthly account review and reconciliation. · Assist with updating/documenting local purchasing and payment related business processes/guidelines. · File transaction documentation in accordance with University policy and local procedures and assist with local storage/archival processes. · Prepare ad-hoc financial reports, prepare periodic financial summaries, complete special financial operations projects and contribute to other unit goals as required. In order to be considered for this position, a resume and cover letter must be submitted. Since this position requires extensive written communication of complex financial policies, the interview process will include a short writing exercise. Salary Grade: 054 Union: 55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers
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Minimum of 3 years of related experience in finance, accounting, or administration is required. · Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred. · Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. · Ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships with people at all levels of the organization; ability to work independently as well as part of a team. · Excellent consultative, problem-solving and customer service skills. · Ability to handle complex and confidential information with discretion · Must be well-organized and able to adjust to shifting priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously under time pressure. · Demonstrated ability to organize, present and communicate financial policies and concepts to a diverse range of audiences effectively, both verbally and in writing. · Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, intermediate Excel skills. · Demonstrated experience with financial administration systems. · Experience working in a complex academic environment. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. |
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