General Information


Job Description FINANCIAL SVC ANL 3 Working Title University Advancement Administration Finance Coordinator
Job Code 004628 Grade 21
Department Name Advancement Finance & Admin - D01216 Department Head
Supervisor Effective Date 06/01/2020
Position(s) Directly Supervised
Job Code Title FTE

Generic Scope
Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions.

Custom Scope
Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced financial service professional with a full understanding of industry practices and organizational policies and procedures. Resolves a wide range of issues. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.

Department Custom Scope
The university advancement administration finance coordinator provides financial, administrative, and daily support to Advancement's budget and operations manager, and related staff. Responsibilities will include training administrative staff on UC Riverside financial systems, reconciling budget reports and ledgers, serving as the primary transactor for University Communications, Administration, and supporting the fiscal operations of University Advancement.

Education & Experience Requirements

Education Requirements
Degree Requirement
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required

Experience Requirements
Experience Requirement

License Requirements

Certification Requirements
Certification Requirement

Educational Condition Requirements
Condition Requirement

Key Responsibilities

Description % Time
Applies financial services concepts (i.e., accounting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, purchasing, collections and billing), to resolve issues, and prepare business process procedures and policy recommendations.
10
Responsible for providing reports and analyses for varied and complex budgetary, financial and resource projects.
  • Responsible for reconciling financial reports and ledgers, monitoring supplies and equipment transactions, creating purchase orders for the department and running and distributing monthly reports. During fiscal closing incumbent assists with processing and reviewing accruals, closing entries, and various other closing steps.
20
Provides guidance to less experienced team members on financial processing functions which may include accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, recharge billing, travel/entertainment, gift accounting, cashiering and collections.
25
Assesses and recommends to management changes as needed to ensure financial processes maintain compliance with federal and state requirements and internal financial/audit policies.
5
Reviews and approves financial data and transactions.
  • Oversees and engages in the processing of ePay, eBuy, and iTravel transactions. Serves as the Departmental Card Administrator (DCA)
10
Recommends and implements quality customer service standards and procedures to affect various constituencies, including internal department, students and external vendors.
5
Documents procedures for financial activities.
5
Interprets related policies and advises customers accordingly.
5
Helps train staff and creates effective teamwork environment.
5
Participates in moderately complex audits of processes and recommends changes to processes. Ensures that the appropriate internal controls are addressed, maintained and strengthened to protect University resources.
5
May act as team leader for support staff.
  • Serve as primary backup for advancement's budget and operations staff.
5

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge/Skill/Ability Requirement
Thorough knowledge of financial processes, policies and procedures. Required
Thorough knowledge of financial data management and reporting systems. Preferred
Strong proficiency in the use of spreadsheet and database software. Preferred
Strong interpersonal skills, analytical skills, service orientation, active listening, critical thinking, attention to detail, ability to multi-task in a high volume environment, organizational skills, effective verbal and written communication skills, sound judgment and decision making; ability to develop original ideas to solve problems. Required
Ability to function effectively as a member of a team. Required
Ability to adapt to changing priorities. Required
Thorough knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources. Required
Leadership skills to provide guidance, coaching and mentoring to professional and support staff. Required
Ability to establish and maintain positive, professional working relationships, and work as part of a team to achieve departmental goal and objectives. Required
Ability to display initiative and remain flexible in a fast-paced and changing environment. Required
Knowledge of UC policies and procedures related to finance, purchasing, payroll, personnel, human resources, travel, and entertainment. Preferred
Ability to organize work, establish priorities, and meet deadlines. Required
Familiarity with UC Riverside's financial systems including ePay, eBuy, and iTravel. Preferred
Experience using eBuy, ePay, and iTravel. Preferred

Special Requirements & Conditions
Special Condition Requirement
Must pass a background check. Required

Other Special Requirements & Conditions

Level of Supervision Received
GeneralSupervision

Environment

Working Environment
Campus

Other Requirements

Items Used
  • Standard Office Equipment

Physical Requirements
  • Bend : Occasionally
  • Sit : Constantly
  • Squat : NA
  • Stand : Occasionally
  • Crawl : NA
  • Walk : Occasionally
  • Climb : NA

Mental Requirements
  • Read/Comprehend : Constantly
  • Write : Frequently
  • Perform Calculations : Constantly
  • Communicate Orally : Frequently
  • Reason & Analyze : Constantly

Environmental Requirements
  • Is exposed to excessive noise : No
  • Is around moving machinery : No
  • Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity : No
  • Drives motorized equipment : No
  • Works in confined quarters : No
  • Dust : No
  • Fumes : No

Critical Position

Is Critical Position: No

More Information

General Campus Information

University of California, Riverside
900 University Ave.
Riverside, CA 92521
Tel: (951) 827-1012

Career OpportunitiesUCR Libraries
Campus StatusMaps and Directions

Department Information

Human Resources
1160 University Ave.
Riverside, CA 92521

Fax: (951) 827-6493
E-mail: jobshelp@ucr.edu

Footer