Financial Administrator 2, Business Affairs, Carl H. Lindner College of Business

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Job Overview

Provides administrative, financial, and operational support for recruitment initiatives, student engagement programs, and Honors events. Coordinates purchasing, expense processing, travel arrangements, and financial tracking to ensure efficient and compliant program operations. Assists with event logistics, scholarship administration, and monitoring of program budgets, including local, gift, and endowment funds. Maintains accurate records, supports planning and forecasting activities, and provides guidance on university policies and procedures related to purchasing, travel, and financial transactions. Collaborates with unit leadership and staff to support program planning and serves as backup support for related administrative and operational functions as needed.

This position will have the option of a hybrid work schedule (3 days in the office/2 days work from home) for those with a residence within OH/IN/KY following 90 days of training. Residence must be in the tri-state area within reasonable distance to UC Main Campus to have ability to report to campus as required. Remote work arrangements are subject to change in accordance with university policies.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate administrative and operational support for recruitment programs, student engagement initiatives, and unit events throughout the academic year.
• Assist with planning and logistical coordination of events, including scheduling, securing space, ordering materials, and supporting event setup and operations.
• Process and reconcile financial transactions including expense reports, reimbursements, purchase orders, and procurement requests in accordance with university policies.
• Manage purchasing and operational supply needs using institutional procurement systems and purchasing cards, ensuring accurate financial coding and documentation.
• Maintain financial records and tracking tools to monitor program, event, and travel expenditures and support accurate financial reporting.
• Assist with domestic travel coordination including booking arrangements, preparing required travel documentation, and reconciling travel expenses.
• Track and analyze program and event spending to support budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation.
• Administer scholarships and awards processing, including data entry, allocation of funds, and coordination in accordance with gift agreements and program guidelines.
• Provide guidance on university purchasing, travel, and financial policies and serve as backup support for related administrative and operational functions within the unit.

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree must be in accounting or related work.
• Six (6) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience

Two (2) years of finance or accounting experience.

Application Process

Please submit an online application and attach the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• List of three (3) references. References will be checked for finalist.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information: Competitive salary up to $62,000 annually with room for future career progression

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.

UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.

Important : To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at [email protected].

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