Financial Specialist Intermediate

How to Apply

A cover letter and resume are important submissions for the hiring team to get a sense of your experience and skill set. Submit both a cover letter and resume as one file.

The review of resumes will begin when the posting closes. Applicants selected for an interview will be contacted via email. The interview process will consist of an initial 30-minute screening interview and one or two additional interviews for select candidates. Additionally, samples of relevant work may be requested. 

Job Summary

The Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning seeks a financial specialist intermediate with procurement, accounting, and financial reporting experience to join our finance team. Reporting to the senior financial manager (our organizational chart), you will take on a broad range of financial responsibilities, handling assignments with accuracy, integrity, and efficiency. You will have a proven track record of working collaboratively with a broad and diverse community, including faculty, staff, and students. Because of the fast-paced environment, you must be able to multi-task in an evolving environment.

This job is situated in Ann Arbor and on-campus work is required three days a week, with a few fully remote weeks throughout the academic year as well as a fully remote period from mid-May to mid-August. 

Responsibilities*

• Serve as the primary procurement agent and resource, providing faculty and staff with support and guidance on day-to-day procurement-related questions
• Approve Marketsite+ orders, QTOs, SUB, etc.
• Process student stipend payments and back up other payments
• Assist with contract/sourcing requests
• Journal entry processing and account closeout
• Approve Emburse expense reports
• Manage course travel reconciliation, payroll reconciliation, and cash/check deposit reconciliation

• Prepare/review financial transaction reports, variance investigation, and correction

• Review monthly internal control push notifications report and Emburse compliance report, and follow up on identified issues as needed
• Participate in the year-end accounting closing processes
• Other duties as assigned by the senior financial manager
• The responsibilities listed above are representative of the work of this position. They may evolve and/or change over time to meet the needs of the college

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree in a financially related field
• 3+ years of related financial/accounting experience
• Proficiency and knowledge of the University procurement processes, policies/guidelines, and MPathway systems
• Proficient user of Excel and Business Objects

Modes of Work

The work requirements allow both onsite and offsite work and an employee has an expected recurring onsite presence. On occasion, the employee may be required and must be available to work onsite more frequently if necessitated by unit leadership or their designee and/or the job requirements.

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $65,000. Factors used to determine salary include experience, knowledge and skills for the position. You are encouraged to discuss salary questions to honor transparency throughout the recruiting process.

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, U-M offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include generous time off; retirement plan with two-for-one matching contributions after the first year; many choices for comprehensive health insurance; life insurance; long-term disability coverage; and flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses. Learn more about U-M benefits.

Please note: 

• Relocation assistance is not provided for this position.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. Applicants will not be sponsored for work visas.
   

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