Financial Specialist

Virginia Commonwealth UniversityRichmond, VA
$55,000 - $65,000Hybrid

About The Position

VCU has an exciting opportunity for a Financial Specialist to join the Treasury Services team!

Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, economics, or business administration or equivalent experience
  • Basic knowledge of accounting, financial principles and operations
  • Ability to analyze, evaluate and interpret financial data and draw sound conclusions
  • Ability to interface between internal customers and technical/programming staff
  • Proficient use of analytical tools and techniques and the ability to apply them appropriately
  • Ability to fit into a team environment as characterized by shared accountability
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage a variety of projects and to work independently
  • Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to work effectively at all levels within and outside the university
  • Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

Nice To Haves

  • Several years of experience in a state/government business environment
  • Knowledge and experience with Banner
  • Ability to review, analyze, and interpret data based on a working knowledge of state and departmental policies and procedures
  • Knowledge and experience with banking platforms

Responsibilities

  • Administers and maintains accounting functions and related activities for campus based loan programs ensuring compliance with university, state and federal regulations including Perkins loan assignments to the Department of Education
  • Researches and verifies outgoing wires before processing at the bank
  • Serves as the backup for daily disbursement operations
  • Processes US Bank Prepaid card file approval requests
  • Supports departmental duties and activities

Benefits

  • All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits [https://hr.vcu.edu/benefits/] package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.
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