Financial Coordinator, SILLC (Multiple Positions)

This Financial Coordinator, SILLC (Multiple Positions) position is with University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ. Process accounts payable transactions in appropriate UA systems such as check requests, travel expense reimbursement requests/reviews, interdepartmental billings, and manage communication with faculty to obtain all receipts and paperwork with appropriate business purpose. Initiate accounts receivable transactions including depositing cash or check by initiating cash receipt transactions. Process Travel Authorizations, ensuring faculty requests are in compliance and submitted in advance of travel. Reconcile transactions to include UA PCard, UA accounts and UA Foundation accounts, and internal documents such as spreadsheets holding financial information. Assist with internal and external grants. Create and maintain proper accounting records for all transactions and make corrections as needed. Keep informed of institutional and external policies and procedures that are relevant to job duties. Use knowledge of policies and procedures to recommend business process improvements and, if approved, implement the recommendations. Serve as a point of contact to staff, faculty, and the Department Heads for all transactions by answering questions and providing guidance. Train a student worker to prepare and file financial-related documents. Additional duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Work efficiently and effectively both independently and as part of a team. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects during high-volume periods. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Very organized and proactive in meeting deadlines. Ability to work effectively with individuals across faculty, staff, and student groups. Ability and interest in learning new software. Skilled in researching policies and procedures to solve problems and support faculty.