A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline your experiences that directly relate to this position.

The University of Michigan's College of Literature, Science, and the Arts is hiring a Financial Operations Specialist to join a diverse team of professionals dedicated to continuous improvement of processes and services within LSA Technology Services. You will report to the Director of Operational Effectiveness in the Technology Services department. Salary Range - $47,000 - $58,350.

ABOUT THE JOB 

The Financial Operations Specialist serves as a critical partner in supporting the financial management and accountability of audiovisual (AV) projects within LSA Technology Services. This position is responsible for developing, maintaining, and overseeing financial reconciliation processes, ensuring all AV project expenses are accurately tracked, reported, and managed in accordance with project budgets and university policies. Working both independently and in collaboration with cross-functional teams, the Financial Operations Specialist provides a wide range of financial support to AV initiatives, including service recharge, billing, and budgeting functions. This role actively contributes to the development of the LSA Technology Services annual budget request and engages regularly with stakeholders to guarantee that project objectives are met efficiently and expenditures align with organizational goals. 

ABOUT YOU 

We are seeking an exceptional Financial Operations Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, a passion for financial accuracy, and a collaborative spirit. You are motivated by opportunities to work independently and to manage financial reconciliations for project work, ensuring expenses align with budgets. Your ability to coordinate and provide comprehensive support to these projects, along with your commitment to precision, will be vital to our success. You thrive in an environment where you can optimize processes and work closely with cross-functional teams. If you are driven to make a meaningful impact and possess the skills and dedication we seek, we encourage you to apply and explore how you can contribute to our team's success.

50% - Financial Reconciliation/AV Project Support

Provide comprehensive financial management and support for AV and construction projects, ensuring compliance with university policies and accurate tracking of budgets and funding. 

Coordinate procurement processes, monitor expenditures, and reconcile financial records in partnership with project teams, vendors, and purchasing staff. 

Oversee financial close-out procedures, client billing, and audit-ready documentation for multiple large- and medium-scale capital and technology initiatives. 

10% - Financial Reporting/Communication 

Prepare and communicate detailed financial reports and updates on project progress, procurement, expenditures, and billing to project managers, staff, and internal stakeholders. 

Coordinate procurement and billing processes internally, tailoring information to the needs of different groups throughout all phases of each project.

20% - LSA Technology Services - Budget/Forecasting support 

Coordinate Annual and Monthly updates for the following budget items, Temporary Staffing and Software Licenses 

15% - Cross Training/Backup Support 

Coordinate and ensure cross-training on core responsibilities and related tasks within other positions on our team 

5% - Professional Development 

Career and skill development via various training opportunities (conferences, online resources, cross-training

High School diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 1-2 years of relevant work experience. 

Demonstrated experience with financial reconciliation, budgeting, and/or accounting in an organizational setting. 

Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and a commitment to financial accuracy.

 Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.

 Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

Proficiency with financial software, spreadsheets, and reporting tools. 

Demonstrated experience working closely with vendors and/or purchasing departments to obtain quotes 

Ability to work independently and collaboratively, depending on business needs 

Demonstrated ability to manipulate and analyze large datasets and to generate comprehensive reports and visualizations using Excel or other tools 

Proven track record of identifying, analyzing, and resolving complex problems efficiently and effectively

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

More About Us 

LSA is the largest and one of the oldest of the university's 19 schools and colleges, with more than 100 degree programs in over 75 academic departments and programs. Learn more about LSA at https://lsa.umich.edu. The college has a large workforce of approximately 1,200 staff, 1,500 faculty, 1,800 graduate student appointees and research fellows, and an additional 2,000 temporary employees. 

We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, fulfill our mission, vision, and values, and sustain the excellence of LSA. 

As one of the world's great liberal arts colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world. 

To learn more about LSA's Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision. 

To learn more about the LSA Technology Services organization and services, visit https://lsa.umich.edu/technology-services 

University of Michigan - Mission Statement 

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.