Administrative Coordinator/ Finance and Budget Support

$39,600 - $39,600/Yr

University of North Texas - Denton, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Denton, TX

10,001+ employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Administrative Coordinator for Finance and Budget Support at the University of North Texas is responsible for preparing, monitoring, and maintaining control of revenues and expenditures within the department. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as university policies and procedures, while managing the budget for the department of Physics.

Responsibilities

• Manage the annual computer roll out plan.
• Participate in annual activities such as budget submission and instructional fees, in accordance with state and UNT policy and procedures.
• Prepare and process grant transmittal forms and review budgets for compliance with university guidelines and grantor specifications.
• Manage all research budgets of departmental awards and contracts, ensuring expenditures fall within the sponsors approved categories.
• Prepare monthly financial reports for review by Principal Investigators and Department Chairman.
• Manage hiring of hourly employees, RAs, postdocs, and all other staff paid for by research funds.
• Maintain checkbook register and reconcile to cognos for all budgets and income statement activity.
• Attend applicable university and Budget Office trainings and meetings to stay current on all budget/accounting related changes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and three years of highly responsible and varied office administration or business management experience.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Advanced written communication skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Knowledge of accounting/budgeting procedures.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to keep complex records and prepare reports in acceptable formats.
• Ability to conceptualize, plan and organize multiple programs and assignments effectively.
• Ability to work on complex and confidential tasks utilizing judgment, tact, and resourcefulness.
• Skill in developing and maintaining good working relationships.

Nice-to-haves

• Financial administration and budget management experience.
• Experience in research grant management.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities