Finance Generalist

Finance Professional 1 - 8221FG

The College of Liberal Arts is searching for an experienced Finance Professional 1 (8221FG) to be part of a collegiate finance support team to provide ongoing transactional finance support. The person in this position ensures smooth operations in the realm of financial services support for staff, faculty and students as needed for academic units in the College of Liberal Arts. Position responsibilities include processing and procurement, policy consultation and implementation, and financial management and accounting, including monitoring and reporting on non-sponsored and sponsored funds. This is a full time, continuing appointment housed within the College of Liberal Arts Dean's Office and reports to an Administrative Consultant. This position will be primarily remote, but may occasionally be required to come on campus for meetings or training.

Job Duties

Financial Processing/Procurement Resource (65%)

• Serve as the primary interface supporting assigned academic units as part of the College of Liberal Arts finance support team.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in transactional finance policies to ensure university compliance for various stakeholders (staff, faculty).
• Initiate requests for various transactions and/or payment types in TDX (purchasing orders, supplier payments, honorariums, etc.).
• Independently identify, research and resolve accounts payable issues; develop and implement preventive internal controls, as needed.
• Manage purchasing activities, including U Market purchases and supplies/equipment orders using various payment methods.
• Prepare and review all related payroll documents for assigned faculty, staff and students

Financial Management and Accounting (30%)

• Assist Finance Manager in preparing sponsored and non-sponsored financial reporting.
• Analyze fiscal data for anomalies; investigate and recommend solutions.
• Analyze sponsored and non-sponsored fund availability for faculty summer compensation and prepare accurate summer compensation spreadsheet for Finance Manager review.
• Review, monitor, and reconcile financial activity for non-sponsored funds to ensure appropriate fund usage.
• Run monthly reports (for faculty accounts or other fund balances)
• Review monthly budget with administrator and accountant
• Payroll duties for example
  • Review payroll reports
  • Process and enter one-time overloads and additional pay requests to ensure accurate and timely employee compensation

General (5%)

• Other duties as needed to manage the accounting/grant functions in assigned departments.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS degree or a combination of related education and work experience to equal four years.
• Experience with relevant computer programs (Microsoft Excel, Word, Google Applications)

Preferred Experience

• Experience with the University of Minnesota financial management information systems accounting system, or accounting of fiscal experience in an institution of higher education.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience communicating clearly and effectively to faculty; unit leaders; staff; students; and private business both verbally and in writing.
• Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to use good judgment in prioritizing multiple requests made at times by a person with competing interests.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team in a high-volume and interruption-rich environment.

About the College of Liberal Arts

Home to the arts, social sciences and humanities disciplines and programs, the College of Liberal Arts is the largest college in the University of Minnesota and comprises 31 academic departments, and over 20 interdisciplinary research centers and administrative/support units. CLA has over 1,300 faculty and staff spanning research, teaching, advising, outreach, and administrative functions. CLA units reside in over twenty buildings on the East Bank and West Bank of the Twin Cities campus. CLA enrolls nearly 13,000 undergraduate students, over 40% of the undergraduate enrollment on the Twin Cities campus, 1,400 graduate students, and has an annual all-funds budget of $290 million.

CLA is a destination for curious, compassionate individuals who are committed to making our increasingly interdependent and diverse global community work for everyone. That foundational commitment begins in our CLA Constitution. CLA is committed to increasing enrollment of underrepresented and under-resourced students, diversifying our faculty across all disciplines, recruiting, and retaining a diverse staff, and promoting the expression and exploration of diverse perspectives and viewpoints-so that we all gain the background knowledge and analytical skills we need to understand and respect differences.

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The Benefits of Working at the U

Pay Range: $27.16 - $30.63; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment Category: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

A cover letter is required for consideration.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).