Fiscal and Administrative Specialist (Part - Time)

James Madison University • Harrisonburg, VA

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About The Position

Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) seeks a part-time Fiscal and Administrative Specialist to provide support through a variety of fiscal and administrative duties. James Madison University is proud to partner with Staunton City Schools to implement a GEAR UP grant. GEAR UP is a federally funded program that empowers first-generation and underrepresented students on their path to college through college access and readiness programs.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Proficiency in current administrative and office practices, including data management and financial record keeping.
• Experience and demonstrated knowledge of fiscal management such as reconciliation and a general understanding of basic accounting procedures.
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt and learn new systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills and customer service experience with demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently to complete a variety of tasks with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Project Director and GEAR UP staff.
• Coordinate travel plans and reimbursements for GEAR UP staff.
• Coordinate meetings and events including reserving space and setting up catering.
• Oversee daily office operations including purchasing, incoming and outgoing mail, paperwork processing and work order requests.
• Maintain financial records and reconcile all expenditures monthly.
• Maintain and reconcile all match forms which includes communicating and obtaining signatures from various school employees including teachers and administrative staff.

Benefits

• Tuition Waiver Program for undergraduate and graduate level courses taken at JMU.
• Free Access to the University Recreation Center (UREC).
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft and Legal Protection Plans
• Holiday Breaks (12 holidays a year)
• Talent Development Trainings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed