Financial Operations Specialist (two Open Positions)

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States
Base: $61,735; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Fiscal operations experience
Generate and reconcile financial reports
Ensure compliance with policies
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.
  • As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance, with a benefits package including university contributions to insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, 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

  • Fiscal operations experience
  • Generate and reconcile financial reports
  • Ensure compliance with policies
  • Compile and analyze financial data
  • Support month-end and year-end activities

Nice-to-have

  • Detail-oriented
  • Effective written and oral communication
  • Ability to interpret policies and laws
  • Professional and collaborative working relationships

Key Requirements

  • Associate's degree in accounting or related field
  • At least two years of fiscal operations experience
  • 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 in the United States on the first day of employment

Tailored Resume

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