Facilities: Financial Specialist
Univ of Wisconsin Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI
Full-time
Finance
Posted on April 9, 2024
POSITION: A full-time university staff position is available in Facilities beginning April 2024. The official title for this assignment is Financial Specialist II. This is an expected-to-continue assignment which requires a six-month probationary period. The expected hourly hiring salary will be based on qualifications and experience.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of a high school diploma.
- Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP, internal control theory, accounts payable, and cost accounting practices including invoicing, auditing procedures, work order chargeback, and surcharge procedures.
- Demonstrated knowledge and skill in oral and written communication, a high level of dedication to quality service, and attention to detail with accuracy.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, database and/or work order systems.
- Demonstrated ability to:
- multi-task
- develop and write procedures
- utilize critical thinking to problem solve
- establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, officials, faculty, staff and the public
- maintain confidentiality while working with sensitive information
- Minimum of an associate degree from an accredited institution
- Familiarity with TMA software (high-end work order workflow system and database), Perceptive Content software system, or WISDM accounting system.
- Knowledge of:
- information system practices
- records management practices
- work order system policies and procedures
- internal auditing principles and practices
- Previous supervisory experience
- Demonstrates commitment to equity and inclusiveness; able to bring diverse perspectives and experiences together.
Job Summary
The Financial Specialist II independently provides fiscal and business operation support and is responsible for invoice matching in our computerized maintenance management system to verify correct job cost accounting, processing invoices for payment by accounts payable, maintaining strong relationships with the upstream processes of procurement and receiving for an efficient workflow, communicating with vendors and facilities technicians, and assisting with customer service for the facilities main office. This position adheres to the rules and regulations of prompt payment legislation and directly impacts payments for purchases of more than $2 million through campus funding in addition to coordination of invoice payments for Division of Facilities Development delegated projects. As part of the Facilities team, this position reports directly to the Business Manager.
Core Job Accountabilities
- Manage the cost accounting processes including chargeback, surcharge, accounts payable, purchasing, creating financial reports, and reconciling of all Facilities credit card statements in compliance with policies and regulations.
- Manage the accounts payable processes including reconciling all materials to the work order system, processing invoices for payment, reviewing documentation to conduct an audit of accounts payable, communicating price changes, and managing the documentation for credit cards usage for Facilities staff.
- Supervise the training, work delegation, and performance of student employees.
- Recommend policy changes or efficiency of process to assure compliance with policies and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
UNIVERSITY and EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY: UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 10,500 students and 1,400 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation. To learn more about UWEC, visit https://www.uwec.edu/human-resources/.
The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, strong public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applications are submitted electronically. Please follow instructions found on the following UW-Eau Claire Website: https://www.uwec.edu/job-postings/.You must create an account and login before you can apply. If you have not yet registered, click on the "Click here to Register" link to begin the registration process. If you are already a registered user, input your "User Name" and "Password" and select "Login." Click the link to the Facilities: Financial Specialist II position (Job ID #20738) and then click the "Apply Now" button to submit your application electronically. Your application will not be considered complete until all required documents are attached and all required fields are completed. Please be sure you have included the following in PDF format:
- Letter of application
- Resume
- Names and contact information for three references.
To ensure consideration, completed applications must be received by Monday, April 22, 2024. However, screening may continue until position is filled.
The University reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Employment will require a background check. Employment will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. . 19.36(7).
The UW-Eau Claire Police Department is dedicated to maintaining a safe and secure environment for learning and working. Although crime at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is limited, the University Police want students, faculty and staff to be aware of crime on campus and the area surrounding the campus. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal law that requires colleges and universities to disclose annual information about campus crime. Visit Campus Security and Fire Report. Also visit our Campus Security Authority(CSA) policy.
UW-Eau Claire is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disability employer.
