Financial Associate

• Assisting in timely reconciliation of purchasing card transactions, using SAP Concur
• Processing travel reimbursements, adhering to University policies and procedures as well as funding source spending guidelines
• Processing purchase orders and various catalog orders, including confirming receipt of Goods/Services
• Reviewing and entry of a variety of journal entries into the University Financial system
• Providing excellent customer service and advising on policy and procedures - consulting with Financial Manager and Financial Officer for resolution
• Processing accurate and timely payments using various methods: purchasing card, purchase order, non-po invoice
• Setup and monitor course fees and research fees for service and resolve expenses against fees as appropriate
• Review and recommend improvements to finance and budget related processes and procedures

Provide support for departmental researchers related to post award management, including but not limited to:

• Provide guidance to faculty in interpreting sponsor and university guidelines and ensuring guidelines are followed
• Collaborate with PI's and technical staff to track resource expenditures against project schedule
• Compare spending with the planned work to ensure program deliverables (utilizing SIMS)
• Assist with the management of the financial requirements of sponsored project close-out

Education and Experience

• Excellent customer service skills with a focus on providing supportive and responsive service
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work both independently and as a team
• Team player attitude with a commitment to creating a positive and efficient working environment
• Knowledge of the University's enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, System for Integrated Management, Budgeting, and Accounting - SIMBA (SAP/S4HANA) and SAP Concur desired; however, displaying a willingness to learn is more important

This position will be filled at the Senior Support level.An Associate's Degree and 4 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination or education and experience is minimally required.

This position offers a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on-campus work . Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

Penn State is embarking on a project to restructure the University's financial functions to move towards a centralized, service hub-based structure. This position is intended to initially support the unit(s) and functions listed in this posting, however it is expected to evolve over time relative to the overall restructuring. Questions about this project should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

Due to the financial and fiduciary responsibilities of this position, successful completion of a credit history check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.