Temporary Employee - Financial Specialist

About the role

The Shared Business Services Center (SBSC) is seeking a Temporary Financial Specialist to support accounts payable and financial processing activities across the University of Oklahoma. This is a full-time, temporary position anticipated to last approximately six months, working Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on campus.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and processing supplier invoices and payment requests.
• Researching and resolving invoice discrepancies and payment issues.
• Aiding departments with accounts payable questions and documentation requirements.
• Monitoring payment queues and ensuring transactions are processed within established timelines.
• Processing non-purchase order payments and reimbursements in accordance with University policies.
• Processing student Bursar and travel scholarships.
• Aiding with reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 18 months of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, finance, business operations, procurement, or a related field.
• Experience reconciling financial transactions or purchasing card activity.
• Experience working in a higher education environment.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience using financial systems and Microsoft Excel.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A customer-focused mindset.
• The ability to learn new systems and processes quickly.
• A positive attitude and willingness to collaborate with others.

Skills

• Attention to detail.
• Organizational skills.
• Time management.
• Communication skills.
• Customer service focus.
• New system learning ability.
• Collaboration.

Benefits

• No benefits eligible.

Pay

Targeted salary $15.00 per hour, based on experience.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Travel

Not required.