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Financial Specialist Associate

The University of Michigan, School of Nursing (UMSN) is seeking a Financial Specialist Associate to provide financial, procurement, travel, and administrative support for the School of Nursing. This position processes a variety of financial transactions, supports faculty, staff, students, and guests with expense and procurement activities, and ensures compliance with University of Michigan policies and procedures. The role also serves as a resource for Emburse, P-Card, and procurement-related training and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities*

• Process and monitor financial transactions including non-PO vouchers, ePro requisitions, purchase orders, supplier payments, Marketsite orders, and P-Card transactions.
• Prepare and process travel and business expense reimbursements for faculty, staff, students, and guests.
• Provide Emburse expense reporting and P-Card support, including reconciliation, troubleshooting, and user assistance.
• Assist with travel arrangements, reimbursements, and student support requests.
• Support supplier setup and maintenance requests.
• Assist in the coordination of procurement activities, including purchases and vendor payments.
• Provide training and guidance on University procurement, travel, and expense policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate electronic financial records and documentation.
• Participate in cross-training and provide general support to the Finance Office as needed.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed and are not an exhaustive list of all associated responsibilities.

Required Qualifications*

• A bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or related field with one (1) year of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with financial processing, procurement, travel and expense reporting, or administrative operations.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace and financial systems.
• Advanced p roficiency with Microsoft Office products (including Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint).
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills. You will be expected to write clearly and concisely for various mediums. You will be expected to have solid interpersonal and organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Proven analytical skills and follow-through; a high degree of creativity, initiative, resourcefulness, and the ability to anticipate needs.
• Must have excellent attention to detail and critical thinking skills.
• Must be able to work independently as well as effectively on teams.
• Ability to serve diverse populations.
• Ability to promote the School of Nursing's Declaration of Values to E mpower each other to interrupt or disrupt disrespect; P ractice communication that is beneficial, kind and true; I nspire and be inspired by our members? worth, significance and integrity; C ultivate respect for ourselves and others routinely, publicly and privately.

Desired Qualifications*

• Experience in higher education or university financial operations.
• Familiarity with Emburse, P-Card reconciliation, and procurement systems.

Modes of Work

This position allows for both on-site and off-site work and has an expected recurring on-site presence. On occasion, the employee may be required and must be available to work on-site more frequently if necessitated the supervisor and/or the job requirements.

Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes here.

Additional Information

Shift/Hours/Days: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday; may include some occasional weekend and/or evening hours. This position is hybrid.

Salary Range: The target salary range for this position is $55,000-$58,000 per year; salary is commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. We encourage all interested parties meeting requirements to apply.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.