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University of Connecticut

Location: Storrs MansfieldCT 06269 Document ID: AC196-0LGA Posted on: 2018-07-0307/03/2018 Job Type: Regular

Job Schedule:Full-time
2018-08-02
 

Financial Assistant 2 (UCP 5) REPOST


Global Affairs at the University of Connecticut seeks a Financial Assistant 2 (UCP 5) to provide support to its units. Under the direction of the Director of Financial Management, the incumbent will be required to process and maintain financial transactions and records for all units of Global Affairs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. Maintains and monitors financial records and accounts for each unit of Global Affairs, including account creation and adjustments.
  2. Monitors fiscal procedures for duplication, efficiency, effectiveness and compliance with required policies and regulations, making modifications as needed.
  3. Prepares regular financial statements for each unit and makes available timely and accurate financial information, including budget projections and analysis.
  4. Assists in developing and managing department/division budgets and in maintaining budgetary control over approved budget.
  5. Supervises the work of staff engaged in general accounting functions; may train staff and assist in selection.
  6. Prepares reports as appropriate to meet University, state, federal and department/division requirements.
  7. Sets up new vendors for payments and reimbursements.
  8. Records encumbrances and expenditures and processes all necessary paperwork, following up to resolve problems as they arise.
  9. Performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  1. At least five years progressively responsible experience in financial record keeping, supervision and reporting
  2. Sound knowledge of budget preparation and fiscal control methods.
  3. Knowledge of accounting practices and procedures
  4. Ability to analyze and modify fiscal procedures.
  5. Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
  6. Detail oriented with proven organizational skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  1. Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or a related field.
  2. At least four years' experience in accounting, finance, business or a related field.
  3. Experience working in a higher education setting.
  4. Excellent computer skills including experience with KFDM and KUALI or other financial software, and mastery of MS Office (Word and Excel).
  5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to work with all levels of management/faculty/staff.
  6. Problem-solver with a team-orientated approach.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, permanent position. The University offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits including employee and dependent tuition waiver at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. Salary will be commensurate with successful candidates' background and experience. For additional information regarding benefits visit: http://hr.uconn.edu/benefits-summaries/ . For additional information about the University visit: http://www.uconn.edu/ and for detailed position information and the job description visit: http://uitsjobs.uconn.edu .

TO APPLY

Please apply online at www.jobs.uconn.edu , Staff Positions. Interested candidates should submit a letter of application and resume that demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications and any preferred qualifications you may have for this position, and a list of contact information, including phone numbers, for three professional references. Reference search # 2018572. Screening will begin immediately. Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check. (Search # 2018572)

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:59 p.m. Eastern time on July 4, 2018

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp .

The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University's teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn's ranking as one of the nation's top research universities. UConn's faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.


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