Financial Administrator 1, UC Systems Development & Improvement Center, Columbus, Ohio, CECH Financial Administrator 1, UC Systems Development & Improvement Center, Columbus, Ohio, CECH

About the position

The CECH Systems Development & Improvement (SDI) Center in Columbus, Ohio is seeking to hire a Financial Administrator 1 to manage project budgets, fiscal reports, and records for over $10 million in external funding each year. You will process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions for specific center projects and maintain budgeting and expense records. To thrive in the Financial Administrator 1 position, you must be customer service oriented, a self-starter, well-organized, and have the ability to complete work independently, as well as assist others and work as a team when needed. Minimal travel to UC main campus may be required for training or events. This position has the potential for a hybrid work schedule in accordance with UC Policies. Candidate must live in the Greater-Columbus, Ohio area. Funding for this position is based upon the availability of external funds.

Responsibilities

• Manage and reconcile budget accounts.
• Process Accounts Payables and Accounts Receivables.
• Provide customer service to internal and external customers and partners.
• Monitor the financial status of unit programs and other budget allocations.
• Assist in the development of unit policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and monitor administrative duties.
• Implement policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Prepare reports.
• May coordinate personnel functions for an operating unit at less than 25% of duties.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree must be in accounting or related field.
• Four (4) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.
• Related finance or accounting experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with internal and external customers and partners.
• Experience working with grants and contracts.
• Advanced MS Excel skills (creating spreadsheets and using financial functions).
• Organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Meticulous documentation skills.
• Written communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $50,000 to $55,000 dependent on the candidate's qualifications.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.