Academic Finance & Procurement Associate

Virginia Tech; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech's Fralin Biomedical Research Institute in Roanoke is seeking a Financial Services Associate to support day-to-day fiscal operations including procurement, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, and travel. The role emphasizes compliance with university, state, and federal regulations and maintains internal controls while guiding staff on financial procedures.

The successful candidate will coordinate with the Controller’s Office, Bursar’s Office, and Procurement,

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in accounting, business, finance or related field.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with accounting, accounts payable, bookkeeping or related fiscal tasks.
• Familiarity with financial databases and systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day fiscal operations including procurement, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budget, and travel.
• Ensure compliance with university, state, and federal regulations and maintain internal controls.
• Provide guidance on financial procedures to faculty and staff.
• Coordinate with Controller’s Office, Bursar’s Office, and Procurement department.

Skills

Excel

Word

Outlook

Fiscal processes knowledge

Independent and team work

Education

Associate's degree in accounting, business, finance or related field

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

HokieMart

Banner

emburse

Financial databases/systems

Job description

Virginia Tech's Fralin Biomedical Research Institute in Roanoke is seeking a Financial Services Associate to support day-to-day fiscal operations including procurement, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, and travel. The role emphasizes compliance with university, state, and federal regulations and maintains internal controls while guiding staff on financial procedures.

The successful candidate will coordinate with the Controller’s Office, Bursar’s Office, and Procurement,