Business and Finance Specialist - Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology

UIUC

Urbana, IL, United States
Base: $50,000 to $60,000; bonus/equity: not specif...
On-site
Bachelor's degree in business or related field
2 years professional financial experience
Ledger 3 self-supporting fund management
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking a Business and Finance Specialist for the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology. The role involves managing financial operations, procurement processes, and providing customer service support to faculty and staff, requiring strong analytical and collaborative skills

Job Summary

  • The role provides comprehensive financial, procurement, and customer service support to ensure efficient business operations for the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology.
  • Responsibilities include managing Ledger 3 self-supporting funds, facilitating procurement processes, and delivering high-quality guidance to faculty and external partners.
  • The position offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, and tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

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The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking a Business and Finance Specialist for the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology. The role involves managing financial operations, procurement processes, and providing customer service support to faculty and staff, requiring strong analytical and collaborative skills.

Salary

Base: $50,000 to $60,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, Tuition waivers

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in business or related field
  • 2 years professional financial experience
  • Ledger 3 self-supporting fund management
  • Procurement and contract process expertise
  • FBS billing software and Banner systems knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to collaborate across multiple stakeholders
  • Experience with vendor onboarding and setup
  • Knowledge of tax reporting and reconciliation
  • Capacity to train staff on business procedures

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Minimum 2 years professional work experience
  • Not eligible for work authorization sponsorship

Work Rights

Must have US work authorization

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