Senior Financial Coordinator
Columbia University Irving Medical Center · New York, NY · 1 mo ago
FinanceFull-time
Responsibilities
- Compile, review, and process financial transactions in the financial system daily.
- Process cash deposits, gift transmittal, vouchers, invoices, create purchase requisitions and purchase orders.
- Make purchases with p-card and reconcile transactions in compliance with university regulations and policies.
- Affiliate with departmental quarterly and fiscal year close preparation as well monthly and quarterly budget variance analyses and updates in the Columbia budget system.
- Process pharmacy, MRI, animal ordering, animal care purchase orders and Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs) while keeping detailed records.
- Act as an initial reviewer for departmental financial transactions including P-card reconciliations and purchase requisitions ensuring that all supporting documentation, and transactions meet University and departmental policies.
- Affiliate with department staff as needed.
- Assist the Procurement Manager with related tasks, reporting requirements and deadlines.
- Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned/requested.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in education and experience, plus three years of related experience.
- Experience working with ERP or procurement systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, SAP, Workday, Oracle, Jaggaer).
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, tracking, reporting) and other MS Office applications.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with clinicians, researchers, faculty, and vendors.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including spreadsheets, formulas, and formatting.
Qualifications
- Four years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience, preferably in a healthcare, academic, or research environment.
- Knowledge of vendor management, contract administration, and competitive bidding/RFP processes.
- Experience with grant-funded or sponsored research purchasing and related compliance requirements.
Skills
- Strong organizational, analytical, and customer service skills.
Benefits
Not specified.
Pay
$75,000 - $80,000 per year.
Schedule
35 hours per week.