Financial Administrator 1, College of Arts and Sciences, Hybrid
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You are invited to submit an application to be considered for one of multiple vacancies of the same position.
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, nearly 12,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”
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UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.
Job Overview
The Financial Administrator 1 is responsible for the assigned financial activities of a business unit within an academic division. With oversight and guidance from the Business Manager or Business Administrator of the unit, the Financial Administrator 1, will execute important financial tasks of the unit to ensure operational efficiency. This role operates as part of team. Assigned duties are subject to change at the discretion of management and the needs of the team, business unit or division.
Essential Functions
• Process Accounts Payables and Accounts Receivables.
• Purchasing for assigned departments
• Assist with travel expense reporting and guide faculty/students appropriately to adhere to the process
• Process invoices to ensure timely payment and account coding
• Process contractor payments in adherence with UC policy
• Provide customer service to internal and external customers and partners.
• Coordinate and monitor administrative duties.
• Manage and reconcile budget accounts.
• Implement policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
• May coordinate personnel functions for an operating unit at less than 25% of duties.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need.
Required Education
- Bachelor’s Degree must be in accounting or related field.
- Four (4) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.
Required Experience
Related finance or accounting experience.
Additional Qualifications Considered
• Experience working with internal and external customers and partners.
• Experience working with grants and contracts.
• Advanced MS Excel skills (creating spreadsheets and using financial functions).
• Organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently.
Application Process Information
Interested and qualified applicants must apply online and include a current resume. Applications without a resume will not be considered for the position.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
- Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Eligibility varies by position and FTE. Highlights include:
Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 10–14% of your salary.
Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
Additional Benefits Include:
- Competitive salary range of $48,000 - $51,000 based on experience
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
- Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
- Professional development & mentorship opportunities
For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.
The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Financial Administrator 1, College of Arts and Sciences, Hybrid
Cincinnati, OH, US
Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati
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