Financial Specialist, Dean's Office, School of Business

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Position Summary: 

The School of Business Dean’s Office is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Financial Specialist. This position will join the Finance and Administration (F&A) team and play a critical role in the administration of donor restricted funds, scholarships, and supporting Dean’s Office units with financial processes. The F&A team believes in training and career growth and welcomes applicants who are interested in starting a career in the financial services area.

Typical Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Executive Director of Finance & Research Administration, this position will:  

• Ensure exceptional financial management of local funds and support the achievement of donor intent through collaboration with the VCU School of Business Foundation and the school’s development team. Optimally will serve as a hub of knowledge for restricted funds. 

• Function as the financial specialist for all scholarships and collaborate with the School’s Director of Admissions and other recruiting personnel, development, and financial aid.  This responsibility includes becoming proficient in VCU’s scholarship hub system. 

• Provide fiscal services for several Dean’s office units, including purchasing, travel/reimbursements, executing monthly reconciliations, and support leadership with budget planning when needed.  

• Function as an enthusiastic, positive member of the F&A team, with a strong focus on customer service and meeting the needs of stakeholders. Develop effective working relationships with units internal and external to the School of Business.

• Engage in the ARMICS (internal control) process as part of the F&A team.

• Provide fiscal support to other departments when necessary

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience in an accounting or financial services role with strong customer service skills

• Ability to analyze, evaluate and interpret financial data and draw sound conclusions

• Experience with Microsoft Excel

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage a variety of projects and to work independently. 

• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively at a variety of levels.

• Ability to work successfully as part of a team and a desire to grow and learn within the role.

• Experience working in and fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment or the commitment to do so as an employee at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a business discipline or commensurate experience

Additional Information:

Priority will be given to candidates who submit their applications by Friday, February 28th. 

Typical Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week. This position is in-person at the VCU School of Business, Snead Hall in Richmond, VA.

This position is eligible for a limited hybrid and flexible work schedule once training is complete and must be coordinated and approved by the supervisor of this role. Hybrid and flexible arrangements may not be possible during campus events or high student service periods.

The School of Business is committed to the growth and professional development of its team members and will provide opportunities to foster a culture of learning and career development. 

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Shannon Wilke
swilke@vcu.edu