Administrative Spec I

University of Florida • Gainesville, FL

11h • $22 - $29

About The Position

The Administrative Specialist I is responsible for providing support for sponsored projects as well as fiscal transactions at the UF Center for Latin American Studies. The position requires an understanding of appropriated, grant-based, and cash-based funds. This position will handle grant and budget preparation. The Administrative Spec I will monitor reports to ensure timeliness of fiscal processes. The fiscal duties may consist of processing and reconciling P-Card transactions, invoice processing, creation of travel encumbrances and expense reports, deposits, payroll transactions, and other general fiscal transactions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to think critically, take initiative, work independently, and collaborate effectively in team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of Latin American Studies (social sciences, history, humanities)
• A background in handling grant programs.

Responsibilities

• Grant Preparation and Reporting
• Travel Processing
• Supplier/Vendor Payment Processing
• Fiscal Services

Benefits

• In addition to your salary, the University of Florida offers low-cost State Health plans, a number of Dental and Vision plans to fit you and your family’s needs.
• Domestic partner coverage through GatorCare is also available.
• Optional plans such as life, disability, legal, and accident insurance are also available.
• Build your retirement roadmap with competitive pension plans, investment accounts and a host of voluntary add-ons, such as 457 deferred compensation and 403(b) plans.
• UF provides a variety of leave programs including vacation, sick leave, 12 paid holidays, personal leave days, and family medical leave.
• TEAMS employees accrue approximately 22 vacation days annually, 13 sick days annually, and 4 December leave days (typically used during the holiday closing period).
• UF also provides you the flexibility to deal with life’s challenges by offering paid family leave, eight full weeks of leave over a 24-month period.
• Explore UF’s wide range of benefit options here: TEAMS Benefits
• The UF GatorPerks discount program provides exclusive discounts to UF staff!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level