Finance Operations Coordinator Job Listing at UT Dallas in Richardson, TX (Job ID 28142)

Description

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The Finance Operations Coordinator will work closely with the Dean's Financial Team to support the financial operations for the Jindal School of Management. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, performing intermediate-level professional financial management and analysis of internal and external data, and various department process support.

The ideal candidate is: a self-starter, someone who is detail oriented; can meet deadline-oriented tasks, and possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience monitoring budgets or an interest in learning. Should be organized with strong analytical skills, and able to respond to shifting priorities.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree and four years of general office, accounting or business related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Ability to work independently, including task coordination and decision-making, as well as in a team environment.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in advanced functions of the full Microsoft Office Suite, emphasizing Microsoft Excel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage chart of accounts – Monitor cost centers, periodically review cost center attributes, make updates to dept/fund/function codes as needed, review balances, and periodically close and inactivate unused cost centers.
• Verifying payroll distribution reports for monthly employees; communicates errors to Payroll and Financial Team, follows up to ensure timely resolution.
• Prepares IDTs, Budget Journals Transfers and Budget Journals.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations and transaction tracking.
• Monitor and review eProcurement requisitions and assist with problem resolution.
• Provide guidance to all levels of the Staff/Faculty on both University and Departmental policies.
• Run reports in Peoplesoft/Orion/OBF to support SFO on various projects, including compiling data for annual surveys.
• One Card Process Support.
• Assist with Scholarship processing.
• Assist with Staff/Adjunct Hiring.
• Attend University HR, Payroll, Budget, Procurement and Finance meetings to stay informed on changes in policies and procedures.
• Additional projects and duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Remote Work Notice
A hybrid remote work schedule may be available (currently 1-day remote weekly). Employee must be located within the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex area and have the ability to be on campus for work activities as scheduled and/or with 24-hour notice. Completion and approval of a UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required upon employment, and use of personal computer, internet, and other standard equipment may be required. Remote work arrangements are subject to regular review and re-approval and may be canceled at any time.

What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefit package including:
Competitive Salary
Tuition Benefits
Internal Training
Medical insurance – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Long and short-term disability
Retirement Plan Options
Paid time off
Paid Holidays All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.

About Us
UT Dallas is a top public research university located in one of the nation's fastest-growing metropolitan regions. Our seven schools offer more than 140 undergraduate and graduate programs, plus professional certificates and fast-track programs. Our student body is 31,000 strong, reflecting students from over 100 countries and a multiplicity of identities and experiences.

UT Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world.

The University has a variety of programs and initiatives to support engagement and success for all members of the campus community. Employee benefits include a range of physical and mental wellness resources. “LilyPad” lactation facilities are located throughout the campus. There are several Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) comprised of individuals who share common interests to help build community among UT Dallas faculty and staff (e.g., Universal Access ERG, Military and Veteran ERG, UT Dallas Young Professionals).

Rich with visual and performing arts venues, museum districts, professional and semi-professional athletics teams, botanical gardens, accessible trails and so much more, the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) metroplex has something for everyone to explore. UT Dallas partners with regional higher education institutions and school districts and with the Richardson Innovation Quarter (Richardson IQ), a major hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and educational activities.

Important Message

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.

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