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JOB SUMMARY

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Department of Psychological Sciences at the University of Connecticut seeks qualified applicants for a full-time position as a Financial Assistant 1.  The Department of Psychological Sciences’ staff provides quality professional services to a diverse and thriving community of students and faculty engaged in innovative research and academic excellence. Under the direction of the Administrative Manager in Psychological Sciences, the Financial Assistant will process a high-volume financial need for faculty, researchers, and graduate student employees. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares documents for procurement of supplies and payment of travel, expense reimbursements, and other related services.
• Initiates and reconciles Procard purchases.
• Processes paperwork for department financial transactions.
• Prepares correspondence related to department financial matters.
• Verifies and prepares financial data into spreadsheets or databases, details of invoices, requisitions, and other disbursements.
• Monitors and tracks expenditures for appropriateness and compliance.
• Provides expense summaries and budget projections as needed.
• Maintains office supply stock, dispenses supplies, and provides information for replenishment supplies and orders supplies, key disbursement, and associated record keeping.
• Manages departmental photocopy/scanning center, mail services, room reservations, equipment loan, and departmental equipment sign-out functions and associated recordkeeping.
• Serves as a resource to faculty, students, and staff on issues related to student employment; collaborates with college business and grant management teams.
• Assist in the maintenance of departmental equipment and space surveys.
• Other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field.
2. Up to one year of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or a related area.
3. Demonstrated customer service skills.
4. Excellent computer skills including experience in MS Office Suite.
5. Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Ability to engage, connect, and work with diverse student, administrative, and faculty populations and provide a commitment to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in an educational setting.
2. Ability to follow established procedures and compile new ones.
3. Experience working in a higher education setting.
4. Problem-solver with a team-orientated approach.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, in-person position. The University offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/benefits-beyond-pay/.

Salary will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s background and experience. Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #498725 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references.

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on October 31, 2024. 

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.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.