Finance And Operations Associate

Finance And Operations Associate

Brown University

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Job Description :

The Finance & Operations Associate is a key member of the Alumni Relations Finance & Operations team, supporting the department's financial management, operational systems, and cross-departmental projects. Reporting to the Associate Director for Finance & Operations, this role manages contracts, invoices, vendor relationships, and day-to-day financial transactions while ensuring compliance with University policies and procedures.

The Associate serves as a first-line contact for Alumni Relations staff with financial and operational questions, providing guidance, reporting, and documentation that strengthen financial fluency and program planning. The role also produces reports and data exports from Workday and assists staff with interpreting and applying financial information.

An integral responsibility of this position is serving as the finance and operations partner for the Alumni Experiences team, supporting high-profile alumni events and programs such as Reunion and Commencement. In this capacity, the Associate manages contracts, payments, and vendor processes to ensure seamless program delivery. The position also contributes to broader administrative and operational support across Alumni Relations, particularly during peak activity periods.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a related field such as fundraising, higher education, banking, nonprofits, sales, or customer service.
• Experience in an academic setting preferred
• Experience with Workday Financials and / or QuickBooks a plus

Job Competencies

Background Check : All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

Additional Information : Please submit a resume and cover letter when applying for this position. To learn about Brown University's benefits, please visit here for further information.

Benefits of Working at Brown :

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here .

Recruiting Start Date :

2025-10-03

Job Posting Title :

Finance and Operations Associate

Department : Alumni Relations

Grade : Grade 8

Worker Type : Employee

Worker Sub-Type : Regular

Time Type : Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

37.5

Position Work Location :

Hybrid Eligible

Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion :

All positions require demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and other Brown and community stakeholders with diverse perspectives and demonstrated ability to contribute to an inclusive environment.

Submission Guidelines :

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu .

EEO Statement :

Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.

As an EEO employer , Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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