Finance Coordinator I, Public Health Sciences

85047 Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Academic Public Health Sciences

Full time

Yes

40

Monday-Friday

Pay Range:

$26.55 - $39.85

JOB SUMMARY

Under administrative review, provides financial assistance to research study investigators and/or departmental administrators. Assists in preparation of budgets for submission to granting agencies, performs daily grant and budget management activities, monitors the status of available grant funds and prepares a variety of reports and analyses for use by management.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or related area with two years' grant related accounting experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Computer skills and the ability to develop financial spreadsheets required.

Experience related to research projects preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Monitors expenditures on numerous large grants and departmental accounts. Performs day-to-day budget management of assigned funds, prepares regular reports and analyses on the financial status of grant accounts.

2. Establishes accurate financial projections by examining past and future expenditures to determine if adequate funds are available as needed. Reviews financial information with faculty investigators and/or departmental administrators to determine and implement distribution changes as appropriate.

3. Assists with drafts of budgets for the submission of grants and contracts for faculty investigators. Reviews completed grant applications for accuracy and completeness.

4. Acts as a departmental liaison for grant and contract financial issues with the Controller's Office, Research Development, and other departments involved. Establishes a thorough understanding of the Medical School and granting agencies' rules and regulations to avoid inappropriate expenditures.

5. Under administrative review, may plan and direct the work of section or department clerical and accounting staff. May process bi-weekly payroll.

6. Establishes and maintains financial databases and files.

7. Participates in the preparation of the departmental budget or annual report.

8. Processes personnel change requests, personnel requisitions, purchase requisitions, payroll, accounts payable and other grant-related expenses.

9. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills

Computer skills including word processing and spreadsheet abilities

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Comfortable office work environment

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.