Finance Pro Generalist

50% Account Monitoring and Processing

• Monitor financial results of accounts and funds monthly for reasonableness; review and apply regulations and University policies and procedures; identify areas of concern.
• Serve as liaison to faculty, staff, and Campus Life Program student groups responding to complex accounting questions.
• Receive/initiate and process invoices and check requests.
• Serve as U of M Crookston Fin Ops liaison for purchasing requests.
• Analyze spending activity for compliance with University requirements. Identify areas of concern and recommend solutions.
• Keep up-to-date on new policies/procedures and communicate to the department.
• Review requisition requests for accuracy and compliance; audit travel and expense reimbursement to applicable policies and procedures.
• Oversee purchasing card reconciliation and serve as department card administrator (DCA).
• Serve as point-of-contact for employees in their work reconciling Chrome River reimbursement requests.

20% Financial Approver

• Act as Crookston campus approver for Chrome River.
• Evaluate transactions for compliance with financial and regulatory requirements of the sponsor and University.
• Review purchasing requisitions, vendor payments, journal entries, and adjustment requests.
• Participate in continuing education on new policies and procedures.

15% Reporting, Analysis, and Reconciliation

• Audit expenditures. Monitor spending activity on accounts and reconcile account activity on a bi-monthly basis
• Resolve accounting issues identified during reconciliation of transactions; journal entries for funding transfers, cross-charges and adjustments/corrections.
• Compile and analyze historical and anticipated revenue and expense data projections.
• Prepare and review data and accounts in preparation for internal and external audits; research discrepancies in accounting data which includes auditing and analyzing fiscal data.
• In conjunction with the CFO assist in the preparation of the annual budget

15% Other Duties Dependent on Needs of Department and Interest of Candidate

• Serve as backup for other accounting team members as needed, with potential to learn third party contract processing.
• Serve as backup for payroll.
• Participate in meetings, training sessions, and special projects as needed to contribute to the development, maintenance, and improvement of the Crookston campus.
• Representation on University committees

Required qualifications:
BA/BS or a combination of related education and work experience to equal four years.

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

University of Minnesota, Crookston (UMC)

With a strong tradition of technology-enhanced teaching and learning, the University of Minnesota Crookston (UMC) serves as the U's major outpost in Northwest Minnesota. UMC provides both experiential, career-oriented degree programs as well as high-quality online programs, while connecting its teaching, research, and outreach to rural economic development and service to the region and beyond.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).