Financial Service Specialist

Overview Of Athena

ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients’ Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees’ Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers’ needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done.

Position Summary

The Financial Services Specialist is responsible for ensuring sound fiscal management and accountability through effective auditing, surplus management, and disposal of university assets. This role supports compliance with the CAAP Manual and VSU policies, helping maintain financial integrity and operational efficiency in asset management. The specialist collaborates with departments to monitor assets, prepare reports, and ensure proper recordkeeping throughout the asset lifecycle.

Location: Petersburg, VA

Pay Rate: $25/hour

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Manage auditing, surplus, and disposal of university assets in compliance with the CAAP Manual and VSU policy
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of university assets
• Monitor asset lifecycle and coordinate with departments on audits and disposals
• Ensure financial and operational compliance in all asset management activities
• Provide support for fiscal reporting and financial decision-making
  
  

Education & Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Experience working in a higher education setting
• Knowledge of Banner and/or EVA financial systems
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds at times.
• Successful ATHENA employees will display the following characteristics:
• You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future.
• You like to make your employer look good.
• You find solutions where others only see problems.
• You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well.
• You are aware of the employer’s needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole.
• You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission.
• The benefits of working for ATHENA include:
• Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Medical and dependent flexible spending account.
• Pet insurance.
• Mass transportation benefit for the Maryland and Washington, D.C. area.Par
• 401k with a generous employer match.
• Easy to use employee self-serve HR portal.
• Paid time off varies by contract – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter.
• Holiday pay varies by contract – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter
  
  

The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party.

ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.