Financial Operations Specialist (two Open Positions)

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA
Base: $61,735; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Financial transactions
Financial reports
Month-end and year-end activities
The Financial Operations Specialist provides comprehensive accounting and fiscal support for ongoing business operations and serves as a primary liaison with campus stakeholders

Job Summary

  • The Financial Operations Specialist provides comprehensive accounting and fiscal support for ongoing business operations and serves as a primary liaison with campus stakeholders.
  • This role is responsible for generating and reconciling financial reports; ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory standards; and compiling and analyzing financial data.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance, with benefits including tuition waivers and retirement programs.

Matching Summary

The Financial Operations Specialist provides comprehensive accounting and fiscal support for ongoing business operations and serves as a primary liaison with campus stakeholders.

Salary

Base: $61,735; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • financial transactions
  • financial reports
  • month-end and year-end activities
  • audit-related activities
  • ad hoc financial analyses

Nice-to-have

  • detail-oriented
  • effective communication skills
  • professional and collaborative working relationships

Key Requirements

  • Associate's degree in accounting or related field
  • At least two years of experience in fiscal operations
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
  • At least two years of accounting experience
  • Workday experience
  • Experience in higher education

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter