The Finance Professional 2 provides intermediate financial services support, fiscal monitoring, compliance, and consultation to assigned portfolios, which are predominately academic departments.

The role works with a diverse group of colleagues from varying backgrounds, communities, and identities, and actively supports and advances the University's commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

The position works within policies and procedures in the areas of budget, financial management, compliance and audit, reporting, and department operations. This position specializes in accounting for and non-sponsored funds, internal/external sales & services, foundation, and other unrestricted and restricted funding. The incumbent is responsible for developing budgets, customized reporting data queries/downloads, financial forecasts and projections, and consulting with unit leadership (faculty PI(s), staff, department chairs, administrators) regarding financial results. This position works with other SCSE Financial Services Office (FSO) team members to accomplish the budget and financial work of the college and is expected to develop and maintain strong skills in all areas of service.

Job Duties
Financial Management and Accounting (45%)

• Review, monitor, and reconcile financial activity for non-sponsored funds, internal and external sales revenue, scholarship and endowment funds, to ensure appropriate fund usage; initiate and process journal entry corrections.
• Coordinate the course fee review. Submit fee adjustments, justification, and supporting documentation, to the SCSE Finance Manager for entry. Reconciliation of fees in Fall and Spring semester to ensure accurate income.
• Coordinate with external/internal sales business managers in developing business plans, rates, and contracts; facilitate the annual reporting for accounts receivable and external/internal sales.
• Provide consistent and informative communication through routine interactions with Department Heads and administrative staff.

Reporting and Analysis (35%)

• Develop routine, customized, and ad hoc financial reporting for assigned departments; gathering data from a variety of sources.
• Analyze fiscal data for anomalies; investigate anomalies and recommend solutions.
• Develop and present fiscal trending and projections data that inform faculty, Department Heads, staff, etc.

Budgeting (15%)

• Prepare budgets for assigned departments, centers, and programs.
• Coordinate the development of all funds annual budgets; EFS budget entry.
• Ensure budget deadlines are met and fiscal year-end close-out.
• Identify gaps in revenue and/or expense.

Customer Service and Department-wide Development (5%):

• Contribute as a team member in the delivery of services and administration of the SCSE FSO by participating in planning, evaluating, and executing department activities and initiatives.
• Participate in college-wide and department staff/team meetings, professional development, training, and events.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus two years of professional experience or a combination of related education and professional experience totaling six years.
• Demonstrated experience in accounting/fund accounting, budget development, and/or other financial management.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate well with people from a variety of backgrounds, communities, and identities

Preferred Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in accounting, business, public administration, finance, economics or a related field.
• Experience with using PeopleSoft
• Experience in analyzing financial data, grant management, and monitoring complex budgets and contracts.
• Advanced computer skills including spreadsheet development and maintenance using Excel and web database reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage priorities, coordinate multiple assignments simultaneously, and meet deadlines
• Experience delivering high level customer service, including proactive communication and ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues

About the Department

The Swenson College of Science and Engineering (SCSE) is organized into 10 academic departments, 3 college-wide research centers and multiple administrative and support units. The Financial Services Office (FSO) is a hybrid cluster model, including clustered processing and administration for the Swenson College of Science and Engineering on the Duluth Campus. The FSO provides high-quality consistent and timely finance services to clients within SCSE. As an administrative service unit within SCSE, the FSO is dedicated to providing high quality, innovative and continually improving client services while upholding ethics and integrity standards. Learn more about us by visiting our website: https://scse.d.umn.edu/

How To Apply

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Diversity

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.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

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.

About the U of M

University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD)

The University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) consistently ranks among the top Midwestern, regional universities in U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Colleges" issue.

Overlooking Lake Superior, UMD provides an alternative to both large research and small liberal arts environments and attracts students looking for a personalized learning experience on a medium-sized campus of a major university. A firm liberal arts foundation anchors a variety of traditional degree programs, as well as professional and graduate students that draw on UMD's many research institutes and labs.

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