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Posted Job Title
Temporary Financial Administrative Coordinator
Job Profile Title
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt
Job Description Summary
SAS Finance is seeking a Temporary Financial Administrative Coordinator. This position reports to the Director of Fiscal Operations and will be assigned to support multiple regional business offices (RBOs). SAS Finance supports the unique business needs of departments, programs, and centers throughout the School. SAS Finance staff is committed to supporting the academic mission of the School and the University by adding value through our work, finding solutions to operational challenges, and helping to prepare the School for tomorrow.
Job Description
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
DUTIES:
The Temporary Financial Administrative Coordinator (FAC) provides financial and administrative support to ensure efficient and timely daily operations. This position will process all transactions related to the office's financial activities including purchasing, payables, and reimbursements. Coordinate monthly reconciliation process and runs monthly financial reports. The FAC will maintain an electronic filing system for all departmental financial records, provide front-end support for the office, and will also complete other administrative tasks as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful candidate for the Grants Manager position will have the following qualifications:
High School diploma and 5 years experience or Associate's degree and 3 years of experience or a Bachelor's degree and one year of experience is required.
Experience working with financial databases and systems
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and Adobe applications
Strong verbal and written communication are required
The ability to be comfortable working in a frequently changing environment, and to function as part of a collaborative team
Familiarity with UPENN sponsored research policies and related financial systems is a plus
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
School of Arts and Sciences
Pay Range
$7.25 - $155.75
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Special Requirements
Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.