Accounting Clerk 3 NE40

NACBA; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NACBA is seeking a Facilities Office Coordinator to serve as a central administrative resource for Campus Planning and Facilities Management. This role includes managing procurement processes, HR workflows, and vendor compliance while ensuring fiscal responsibility.

The ideal candidate has 2-4 years of experience in facilities operations, strong problem-solving skills, and excellent computer literacy. Responsibilities also include maintaining compliance documentation and assisting with financial data management.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of relevant professional experience in facilities operations or business administration.
• Experience in managing HR workflows and financial data.
• Proficiency in creating financial reports and maintaining compliance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate procurement and accounts payable lifecycle.
• Administer HR workflows and resolve discrepancies.
• Oversee vendor onboarding and compliance processes.
• Process university utility payments and audit data.
• Serve as administrative liaison and resolve billing issues.

Skills

Computer literacy

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Adobe Acrobat

Enterprise systems (HCM, PeopleSoft Financials)

Job description

POSITION OBJECTIVE

Facilities Office Coordinator serves as a central administrative and financial resource for the Campus Planning and Facilities Management (CPFM) division. The purpose of the role is to align facilities operations with university administration by coordinating financial transactions, maintaining compliance documentation, and ensuring streamlined communication across the division. Key responsibilities include coordinating the procurement and reconciliation lifecycle, administering utility and operational data systems, and supporting vendor governance. This position provides the essential organizational support that allows technical units to focus on their core functions while ensuring all activities meet the institution's standards for fiscal responsibility and policy compliance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinate the end-to-end procurement and accounts payable lifecycle for the division by executing requisition entries, tracking blanket Purchase Orders, and ensuring the timely submission of approved invoices. Administer all related financial activities, such as preparing journal entries, processing payment requests, and conducting meticulous reconciliations of departmental financial logs, budget reports, and Pcard statements. Maintain comprehensive, audit-ready financial records by implementing rigorous documentation practices and regularly reviewing transactions for accuracy and compliance with university policies. Proactively identify and address potential budgetary discrepancies, collaborating with relevant stakeholders to resolve issues and prevent financial errors. Enable and support overall controllership through careful cost reviews and analysis, identifying any opportunities for improvement. (40%)
• Administer all departmental HR workflows within the HCM system, including coordinating job postings, scheduling interviews, and verifying timesheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance with university policies. Leverage strong problem‑solving skills to resolve discrepancies in HR data, interpret policy nuances, and address unique personnel scenarios as they arise. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills by interacting professionally with candidates and staff. Foster a collaborative and welcoming environment, responding to sensitive inquiries with discretion and providing clear guidance on HR procedures. (20%)
• Utilize comprehensive knowledge of university risk management policies and procedures to administer the vendor onboarding and compliance process. Apply strong problem‑solving skills to thoroughly verify insurance certificates and workers' compensation documentation, proactively identifying and resolving any compliance gaps to mitigate institutional risk. Serve as the central point of contact for all CPFM insurance claims, coordinating communication among vendors, university departments, and external partners. Facilitate the execution of service contracts through digital platforms such as DocuSign, ensuring each contract is processed efficiently and in accordance with legal, safety, and compliance standards. (15%)
• Process all university utility payments through the EnergyCAP and Bill Capture platforms, ensuring that all consumption data is captured accurately and on schedule. Audit incoming data to identify billing anomalies or meter errors, maintaining the integrity of the university's energy database to support sustainability goals and accurate budget forecasting. (12%)
• Serve as the primary administrative liaison between CPFM units and central university offices, ensuring communications and administrative actions adhere to institutional standards. Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, troubleshoot complex financial conflicts, and interpret university policies in response to unique facilities scenarios. Implement corrective actions to reconcile operational demands with compliant administrative protocols, upholding the university's commitment to operational excellence. (11%)

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Perform other duties as assigned. (2%)

CONTACTS

Division: Continuous contact with the director, assistant director of business and finance, project administrator; assistant vice president, assistant director and design/construction managers; assistant vice president, assistant director, and project coordinators of facilities services, maintenance and grounds staff; director of customer service; director of the university farm; assistant director of custodial services and custodial staff; director, assistant director and staff of energy & sustainability. Contact with vice president, associate vice president of campus planning and facilities management.

University: Frequent contact with university offices of general counsel; insurance/risk management; treasurer; finance and administration; controller's office; human resources; procurement; accounts payable; campus services; UTech; facilities directors/deans of schools.

External: Frequent contact with professional and technical members of architectural and engineering firms, contractors, city building officials and inspectors, vendors, contracted services agencies, government officials and other project related individuals related to project contracts/agreements, insurance documentation, and invoice resolution.

Students: No contact with students.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

While this position does not have formal direct reports, the Facilities Office Coordinator will provide operational oversight and technical training for temporary staff or newer Accounting Clerks in the office. This includes assigning daily tasks, reviewing work for accuracy, and ensuring adherence to departmental office protocols.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: 2-4 years of relevant professional experience in facilities operations or business administration.

Education: High school education/diploma required. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Public Administration, or a related field preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• High level of computer literacy. Extensive experience with Microsoft Office, e‑mail, Google Apps, and Internet usage required. Proficiency in spreadsheet development and data entry, word processing.
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat and Google. Experience with enterprise systems (HCM, PeopleSoft Financials), and specialized databases is a significant plus.
• Professional, thorough, creative, and acutely attentive to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated analytical, investigative, and problem‑solving skills.
• Maturity and judgment to manage sensitive information in confidence.
• Expertise in maintaining, tracking, verifying, and reconciling financial, purchasing accounts‑payable, human resources, and/or payroll data.
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and/or projections.
• Willingness to learn and work with artificial intelligence (AI) tools and technologies.
• Demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to the staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest.
• Ability to meet consistent attendance.
• Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face to face.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Typical office environment. The employee will perform repetitive motion tasks using a computer mouse and keyboard to …