Financial Specialist

Working Title: Financial Specialist Official Title: Financial Specialist Employment Class: University Staff FTE: 1.0 Compensation: $16.25 FLSA Status: Non-exempt Terms of Employment: 12-month, Continuous Position Summary:

Primarily reviews, approves, and advises on a variety of advanced financial transactions. May prepare some financial transactions and reconciles transactions. Recommends controls and process improvements, troubleshoots advanced financial errors. Maintains financial records, provides administrative processing support, and provides customer service for staff and customers in an assigned program area to support program financial management.

UW Oshkosh provides a competitive benefits package for all benefit-eligible positions. Click here for more details.

Responsibilities

35% Audits, monitors, organizes, and updates fiscal records, reports, and affiliated materials

30% Creates general reporting for daily, weekly, monthly, and annual transactions

10% Audits or processes advanced transactions and assigns funding codes in accordance with established rules, regulations, and policies

5% Assist with audits or reconciles original purchase documents with payments

5% Assist with reallocating expenses to appropriate funding strings

5% Drafts communications and advanced reports and maintains organization of varied records to provide administrative support within a specified work unit

5% Answers advanced fiscal questions and provides information based on set materials and standards to various audiences

5% Reviews transaction processing internal controls and recommends policies and procedures

Qualifications Required:

1. HS Diploma or equivalent
2. Retail/Customer Service Experience (2 years minimum)
3. Cash Accounting/Cash handling experience (2 years minimum)
4. Strong knowledge of Microsoft excel and word
5. Proficient communication skills: oral and written
6. Excellent Organizational skills
7. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Preferred:

1. Experience working with Point of Sale System (2+ years)
2. Experience with general account receivable/accounts payable processes (1+ years)
3. Experience working in a higher education setting

To Apply:

Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application:

Cover Letter, Resume, 3 professional references

For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at recruitment@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166.

The University of Wisconsin System is engaged in a Title and Total Compensation (TTC) project to redesign job titles and compensation structures. As a result of the TTC project, official job titles on current job postings may change in 2021. Job duties and responsibilities will remain the same. For more information please visit: wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/title-and-total-compensation-study/ .

Application Deadline:

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by Monday, July 19th are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

Legal Notices:

AA/EO Statement
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (UWO) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. We strongly encourage women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans to apply. UWO, in compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

DEI Statement
Diversity drives innovation, creativity, and progress. At the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, the culture, identities, life experiences, unique abilities, and talents of every individual contribute to the foundation of our success. Creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable environment is of paramount importance to us. This pursuit prepares all of us to be global citizens who will contribute to the betterment of the world. We are committed to a university culture that provides everyone with the opportunity to thrive.

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UWO is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWO will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC & Reference Check Policy
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Work Authorization
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

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