Financial Operations Coordinator-Center for Clinical Research Management

The Ohio State University•Columbus, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Operations Coordinator provides fiscal and procurement support for the College of Medicine (COM) Center for Clinical Research Management (CCRM). This role coordinates all aspects of procurement for supplies, services, and equipment for CCRM assigned affiliated departments and divisions. The coordinator serves as the initial point of contact for CCRM customers regarding procurement questions, processes invoices and payments, and coordinates Clincards for study teams. They work with purchasing and vendors to resolve procurement issues, review backup documentation, and ensure appropriate approvals for expenditures. The position also provides information on OSU and CCRM fiscal policies, reconciles accounting transactions, participates in internal auditing, and serves as a liaison to university offices such as Accounts Payable, Purchasing, Travel, and Accounting. The role utilizes University HR, Financial, and Procurement systems, maintains fiscal records, and participates in year-end account closing activities. Other financial and accounting duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED.
1 year of relevant experience required.
Requires successful completion of a background check.
Selected candidate may be asked to complete a pre-employment physical, including a drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Certification or vocational training may be preferred.
Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office desired.
2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinates all aspects of procurement of supplies, services, and equipment for CCRM assigned affiliated departments and divisions.
Serves as initial point of contact to CCRM customers for procurement questions.
Reviews and processes invoices and payments.
Coordinates and reallocates Clincards for study teams.
Works with purchasing and selected vendors to resolve procurement issues with vendors or other departments.
Reviews and verifies necessary backup documentation and appropriate approvals have been received for all supply and equipment expenditures.
Provides information on OSU and CCRM departmental fiscal policies and procedures.
Verifies and reconciles accounting transactions to support fiscal activity.
Participates in internal auditing reviews as needed and monitors accounting practices assuring compliance with audit standards.
Serves as CCRM liaison to university offices of Accounts Payable, Purchasing, Travel, and Accounting.
Utilizes University HR, Financial, and Procurement systems to manage information.
Maintains fiscal records.
Participates in year-end account closing activities.
Performs other financial and accounting duties as assigned.