Search #: 495988
Work type: Full-time
Location: Storrs Campus
Categories: Fiscal, Accounting and Budget

JOB SUMMARY

The University of Connecticut, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources is seeking applicants to fill two (2) full-time Financial Assistant 1 positions. The College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources (CAHNR) works to ensure a sustainable global future through research, teaching, and public engagement utilizing agricultural, health, and environmental sciences. Under initial supervision of the Business Operations Specialist 3, the incumbent(s) will process and maintain a complete set of financial records and financial transactions for the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide financial, administrative, and program support for assigned area(s)
• Prepare standard university reports for the College, and provide assessments as needed
• Serve as a liaison with Sponsored Programs Services and assist in the management of post-award budgets and accounts, including monitoring current projects and closeouts of completed projects for various units within the College
• Monitor, track, and review financial records for accuracy and prepare reports as needed
• Review, monitor, and validate faculty effort on sponsored projects
• Review and approve allowable expenses within budget limits
• Provide support on processing Foundation disbursement for all units within the College, and reconciling account transactions
• Submit, review, and approve financial and payroll transactions
• Assist in budget preparation, including annual department budget meetings, and budget construction
• Perform other financial and administrative duties as required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, twelve-month, UCPEA staff position with an excellent benefits package. Salary will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s background and experience, ranging in the $40’s.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment at the University of Connecticut is contingent upon the successful candidate’s compliance with the University’s Mandatory Workforce COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. This Policy states that all workforce members are required to have or obtain a Covid-19 vaccination as a term and condition of employment at UConn, unless an exemption or deferral has been approved.

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #495988 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references (including title, organization/company, phone, and e-mail).

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on February 3, 2022.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.

The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.

Advertised: Jan 07 2022 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Feb 03 2022 Eastern Standard Time