Position Title: Financial Transaction Specialist, Sponsored Projects Services Department: Sponsored Research Administration Posting Link:https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/56630 Job Type: Full-Time
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary
Sponsored Projects Services (SPS) within the Vice President for Research and Economic Development division at the State University of New York at Buffalo is seeking a Financial Transaction Specialist. The Financial Transaction Specialist is responsible for facilitating reimbursements as well as handling the purchasing for Research Foundation funded sponsored awards within a university decanal unit.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Facilitate and process payables in compliance with procurement policies and procedure for sponsored project related activities
Submit and process transactions with the goal of becoming well-versed in UB systems and requirements
Coordinate the workflow to ensure that transactions are entered accurately and with sufficient documentation
Serve as liaison with university decanal unit, procurement, travel, and other administrative offices
Assist in developing training materials on procurement and reimbursement transactions
Identify and make recommendations for process improvements to enhance efficiency
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As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicants race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in a related field and 2 years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficiency in various computer applications and software
Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and document preparation
Ability to work independently on directed projects
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong math skills
Excellent customer service skills
Salary Range $52,000 - $58,955
Is a background check required for this posting? No
