Financial Specialist Inter Apply Now **How to Apply** Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. A cover letter, attached as the first page of your resume, describing how your experience meets the job requirements of this posting, is required for consideration of this position. **Job Summary** The University of Michigan, School of Nursing, Office of Financial Transactions and Procurement is seeking a Financial Specialist Intermediate with at least two (2) to three (3) years post award research administration experience and/or related accounting experience, preferably with a working knowledge of the pre-award process. This position will support overall accounting and financial transactions activity within the School of Nursing, including research and non-research activities. **Responsibilities*** + Monitor and reconcile a portfolio of research, non-research and operational projects, including gifts, auxiliary, designated, and general funds. + Track and prepare UMSN effort changes for faculty and research funded staff. Track and prepare NIH cap adjustment sheets. + Prepare and process administrative tasks, such as no-cost extensions, establishment of subproject grants, budget reallocations, and journal entries. + Prepare and deliver regular reports to faculty, aiding in the review and planning of expenditures and identifying budget variances. + Collaborate with UMSN departments to process and approve transactions, including procurement and student aid. + Assist in the preparation of financial reports, while understanding and applying School of Nursing guidelines, University policies, and sponsor regulations. + Assist in the annual fiscal year-end accounting process for non-sponsored accounts. + Work with the UMSN Post-Award staff to review and process financial status reports (close outs) and UG (uniformed guidance) reports. + Collaborate with your supervisor and the school's budget director to facilitate reporting and monitoring needs. + Prepare and submit the monthly sales tax reporting. + Prepare ad hoc reports and financial analysis as requested. **Required Qualifications*** + A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field. + Two (2) to three (3) years of relevant accounting and budget experience. + Demonstrated ability to work within the University reporting and processing systems. + Candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to write clearly and concisely for various mediums, a high attention to detail, strong interpersonal skills, and strong organizational skills. + Excellent computer skills, including demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, Advanced Excel, Access, and PowerPoint). Attributes: + Proven analytical skills and follow-through; a high degree of creativity, initiative, resourcefulness, and the ability to anticipate needs. + Ability to work independently, as well as effectively in teams; must have the ability to work comfortably with individuals at all levels. + Ability to manage responsibilities and time effectively, providing exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment where there are often multiple, conflicting, and competing priorities and deadlines. + Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills. + Ability to promote the School of Nursing's Declaration of Values to **E** mpower each other to interrupt or disrupt disrespect; **P** ractice communication that is beneficial, kind and true; **I** nspire and be inspired by our members' worth, significance and integrity; **C** ultivate respect for ourselves and others routinely, publicly and privately. **Desired Qualifications*** + Knowledge of research or grant funded projects accounting. + Experience with budget monitoring and projections. + Experience with financial reporting. + Knowledge of University policies, processes and requirements related to financial reporting. **Modes of Work** Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) . **Additional Information** **Shift/Hours/Days:** 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday; some occasional weekend, early morning and/or evening hours may be required. This position allows a hybrid work arrangement option. The candidate will be expected to be in the office a minimum of two days/week and maintain flexibility for possible additional days onsite. **Salary:** The salary range for this position is $62,000-$67,000 per year. The actual salary determined will be based on qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. We encourage all interested parties to apply. **U-M EEO/AA Statement** The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. **Job Detail** **Job Opening ID** 260638 **Working Title** Financial Specialist Inter **Job Title** Financial Specialist Inter **Work Location** Ann Arbor Campus Ann Arbor, MI **Modes of Work** Hybrid **Full/Part Time** Full-Time **Regular/Temporary** Regular **FLSA Status** Exempt **Organizational Group** School Nursing **Department** School of Nursing **Posting Begin/End Date** 2/21/2025 - 3/09/2025 **Salary** $62,000.00 - $67,000.00 **Career Interest** Finance Research Apply Now