Finance Generalists are hybrid positions, responsible for a variety of professional level work across various financial disciplines. They possess a solid financial background, either gained through work experience or education, which allows them to assume a wide range of duties across multiple areas, including accounting, budget, payroll, financial aid, financial analysis, purchasing, or treasury. Finance Generalists work on behalf of a program, function, or department, independently executing a range of financial responsibilities, based on the organization's needs.

Assist with account preparation and certification as needed.Oversee and/or assist with the preparation of purchase orders and payment vouchers, ensuring that bills are paid promptly and in compliance with University requirements and resolve any discrepancies with vendors as needed.Maintain financial records, following University and departmental policies and procedures, and maintain all documentation and records to meet audit requirements.Monitor chart of account use (FDM) to ensure that departments are maintaining consistency and budget alignment in their use of the FDM.Providing back-up to Financial & Business Operations team members as needed.Will also work with grants and will need to adhere to policies and procedures required. Proactive mindset, with capacity to multi-task and work towards several objectives simultaneously on tight deadlines.Ability to solve moderately complex accounting and reconciliation issues. Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor's degree.
Experience: At least two years of experience. Equivalent experience accepted in lieu of degree.
 

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

Experience working with Workday. Exceptional background in financial management. Strong understanding of higher education budget and accounting

ABOUT THE POSITION

This position is located in Charlottesville, VA and offers a hybrid work schedule. The incumbent will be required to work on site as needed and requested for meetings and/or other programmatic needs. This is a full-time, exempt level, benefited position with UVa benefits. Employees benefits package highlights include:

22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time offParental and Community Service LeaveHealth plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs available immediatelyCompetitive retirement benefitsTuition and professional development benefits after six months of employmentEmployee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year.

This position will remain open until filled but preference will be given to applications received by March 13, 2025. This position will not sponsor applicants for work visas. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

TO APPLY

Create an account or log in and submit an application in the UVA Job Board, search for R0070177. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching 'Find Jobs' and attach the following:

Cover letterResume/CV 

References will be completed via UVA’s standardized process SkillSurvey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process, a total of three is required. For questions about the application process, please contact Michele Jarman, Academic Recruiter.

Learn More About the University of Virginia School of Continuing and Professional Studies here: https://www.scps.virginia.edu/. For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see http://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/.

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