Financial Specialist - Dept Of The Controller

Penn State University

Base: $61,800.00 - $89,600.00; bonus/equity: not s...
Hybrid
Strong understanding of accounting principles
Experience with financial modeling
Budget preparation and management skills
The Financial Specialist oversees financial data, conducts analyses, and prepares reports to support the University's mission

Job Summary

  • The Financial Specialist oversees financial data, conducts analyses, and prepares reports to support the University's mission.
  • The role involves managing organizational budgets, analyzing funding sources, and ensuring compliance with restricted and unrestricted funds.
  • Employees enjoy a competitive benefits package including comprehensive medical coverage, robust retirement plans, and a 75% tuition discount.

Matching Summary

The Financial Specialist oversees financial data, conducts analyses, and prepares reports to support the University's mission.

Salary

Base: $61,800.00 - $89,600.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong understanding of accounting principles
  • Experience with financial modeling
  • Budget preparation and management skills
  • Grant and contract expenditure tracking
  • Regulatory compliance knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Ability to identify cost savings opportunities
  • Experience supervising staff members
  • Process improvement initiative skills
  • Training delivery capabilities for staff

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • 3+ years of relevant experience
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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