DescriptionReporting to the Director of Finance & Accounting for Information Technology Services, the Financial Manager provides direct support to Telecommunications in assisting the Director with the financial management of the department’s $16 million annual operating budget. The incumbent will create and maintain purchase orders, agreements, process invoices & receivables, deposit cash receipts, create journal entries, monitor & track inventory, assist Director on managing Temple’s corporate liable cellular program, provide other financial support as directed and act as backup in Director’s absence. Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education & Experience:Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or other related field. At least three (3) years of working experience in the Information Technology or Telecommunications industry. Must have experience in working with large data sets. Demonstrated experience with applicable financial and budgeting principles as well as financial reporting. Experience with Microsoft Office programs with proficiency with MS Excel. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Required Skills & Abilities:* Ability to maintain confidentiality.* Strong analytical and budget management skills.* Demonstrated ability to multi-task, working in a fast-moving environment and to adapting to change.* Ability to prioritize; pay attention to detail; manage time.* Excellent problem solving skills.* Proven ability to maintain accurate records.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with the ability to effectively interact with diverse individuals.* Proven ability to maintain databases.
Preferred:* Experience working with University information systems (Banner Finance, Cognos, etc.)* Experience in reviewing vendors’ telephone bills for accuracy and monitoring service utilization* Experience using Pinnacle Tele- Management system* Advanced experience using Excel (Vlookup, Pivot-tables, etc.)
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Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.
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Primary Location: Pennsylvania-Philadelphia-Main Campus-Tech Center
Job: Staff
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular