Finance Support Coordinator - Eberly College of Science

The Pennsylvania State University • University Park, FL

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Pennsylvania State University Office of Budget and Finance invites applications for the position of a Finance Support Coordinator to support financial operations of the Eberly College of Science. The Finance Support Coordinator serves as a liaison between academic and administrative units and the centralized finance hubs; ensures unit financial needs are understood, routed appropriately, and resolved efficiently; supports the Strategic Finance Partner with financial coordination, while also helping unit stakeholders navigate financial processes, policies, and systems. This role is not responsible for transaction processing but plays a vital role in maintaining financial continuity and operational clarity across the organization. This position offers a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on-campus work. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

Requirements

• General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or High School (HS)
• 2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
• Due to the financial and fiduciary responsibilities of this position, successful completion of a credit history check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for financial inquiries from units, escalating and coordinating requests with central finance hubs (e.g., procurement, payroll, accounts payable)
• Assist staff with guidance on financial processes and tools
• Provide financial information (e.g., cost object guidance, coding support) for transaction initiation handled by finance hubs
• Monitor the status of submitted requests and ensure timely resolution through proactive follow-up
• Collaborate closely with Strategic Finance Partners to ensure accurate financial coordination and alignment with broader planning activities
• Track recurring or systemic issues and escalate to and collaborate with relevant stakeholders to address root causes
• Support preparation of documentation, data gathering, or coordination efforts as needed for forecasting, planning, or financial reviews
• Help ensure unit staff understand how to access financial services, use self-service tools, and comply with institutional financial practices
• Collaborate in identifying opportunities to improve financial service delivery and communication

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Robust retirement plans
• Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time
• 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED