Senior Financial Assistant- College of Engineering Tech
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Tracks spending, ensuring all financial activities align with university priorities and guidelines
- Records and processes day-to-day financial transactions
- Collections and maintains accurate financial records and data in compliance with RIT policies and local, state, or federal regulations
- Conducts financial analyses for special projects and provides detailed reporting on expenses and budget variances
- Captures and coordinates procurement activities in support of the financial operations
- Supports human resources and financial administration by preparing and processing relevant documentation, ensuring accurate payroll and benefits records
- Ensures timely and accurate financial reporting and forecasting by collaborating with departmental teams, enabling effective budget management and strategic decision-making
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of accounting, finance, and budgeting practices and protocols to ensure accurate financial management and compliance
- Knowledge of enterprise-wide financial applications and Microsoft Office
- Skills in analyzing financial data and preparing detailed reports to support decision-making and budgeting activities
- Skills in written, verbal, and interpersonal communication and customer service
- Ability to maintain organized and accurate financial records, ensuring all transactions are properly documented and tracked
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality when handling sensitive information
Minimum Education & Experience
- Associate's degree in related field
- 4 years of relevant experience
Job Level Overview
An intermediate level role with working foundational knowledge and skills to perform routine and occasionally non-routine tasks. Tasks may require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures. May provide assistance to entry level staff.
Additional Description
The Sr. Financial Assistant is responsible for providing financial and human resources support to both the College of Engineering Technology Dean's Office and to the academic departments within the college, including but not limited to reconciling payroll, preparing monthly department reconciliations, and overall support of financial operations. This position assists the college with financial and human resource tasks and procedures. This position reports directly to the Assistant Dean of Academic Operations. It provides day-to-day operational financial/accounting support to the Sr. Financial Analyst for the College of Engineering Technology.
Work Location
Hybrid
Compensation
$24-$28 per hour