Financial Specialist

About the Role

The Financial Specialist will be responsible for all budgeting and financial operations for the Joukowsky Institute for Archaeology and the Ancient World (JIAAW) and the Center for Global Antiquity (CGA). The role collaborates with the Directors and Assistant Director on all budgetary matters, develops and implements internal financial procedures, and ensures compliance with University policies. The specialist co‑manages budgets related to fieldwork, laboratory work, and other research endeavors, handles all financial transactions, reimbursements, and reporting for internal awards, and manages student appointments, hiring, and payroll. The position also provides backup support to other staff as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and communicate internal financial procedures and protocols.
• Ensure financial practices conform to University policies.
• Lead budget development, management, and analysis for JIAAW and CGA.
• Co‑manage budgets for fieldwork, laboratory work, and other research‑related projects with relevant faculty.
• Process all financial transactions, reimbursements, and financial reporting for internal awards to faculty and students.
• Oversee all financial aspects of student appointments, including hiring and payroll.
• Provide backup support to other staff members as necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 3–5 years of relevant financial and budgeting experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Financial and budget experience required.
• Experience in an academic, educational, or nonprofit environment preferred.

Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent time‑management skills with the ability to assess priorities and pivot as needed.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and leadership abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Substantial financial management expertise.
• Excellent computer proficiency and a strong aptitude for learning new systems.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Docs, etc.), Workday, and Zoom or other video‑conferencing platforms.

Benefits

• Flexible work/life balance with summer hours and winter break.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Tuition assistance and retirement plans.
• Wellness programs and employee discounts.
• Paid time off and annual paid holidays.

Schedule

This is a part‑time, 50% FTE position (18.75 scheduled weekly hours) with a hybrid work location.