Financial Coordinator - College of Business
About The Position
The College of Business is seeking a full-time financial professional to manage budgeting and fiscal analysis for the college. As an integral member of the College’s administrative team, the Financial Coordinator will oversee all aspects of the college’s centralized budget, ensuring that expenditures are appropriate, compliant, and aligned with state and institutional policies. This role involves regular collaboration with Academic Unit Heads, faculty, and administrative staff to provide guidance and support on financial procedures. The Financial Coordinator represents JMU and must exhibit high standards of professionalism and customer service. This position reports to the Assistant Dean of Finance and Administration.
Requirements
- Demonstrated proficiency in managing and coordinating office processes and fluency with Microsoft Office Products.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in all work.
- Proven experience with accounting principles, budgeting processes, and financial record management.
- Self-motivated and capable of managing multiple projects and priorities with minimal supervision.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to balance competing deadlines effectively.
Responsibilities
- Reconcile six College of Business budgets monthly and review all associated expenditures for accuracy and compliance while ensuring that sound fiscal processes are in place.
- Maintain continual audit readiness by ensuring all expenditures adhere to state and institutional policies and that comprehensive documentation is retained to substantiate all financial transactions.
- Monitor all budgets closely and regularly, ensuring funds in recovery are brought up to the correct budget line in a timely manner.
- Manage the Microsoft Access database to ensure accurate and detailed expenditure records.
- Review and authorize all Small Purchase Credit Card transactions to verify proper account and organization coding, compliance with policy, and adequate supporting documentation.
- Prepare ad-hoc reports and queries as needed.
- Provide training related to financial procedures, as needed, for administrative assistants in the College of Business, including Hart School and School of Strategic Leadership Studies.
- Provide professional administrative and financial support to faculty, staff, and students
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Generous Leave: Enjoy paid vacation, sick leave, parental leave, community service leave, and 19 paid holidays annually.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access high-quality health insurance options that fit your needs.
- Retirement Options: Plan for your future with retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System.
- Employee Well-Being: Our Balanced Dukes program promotes wellness and work-life integration through resources, events, and support.
- Tuition Waiver Program: Advance your education with our tuition waiver program for undergraduate and graduate courses taken at JMU.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
