Project Specialist

Dawson; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dawson in Columbus, Ohio is hiring for a role focused on financial management and project support. The hired individual will assist in budgeting, contract administration, and provide crucial reports for stakeholders.

Ideal candidates should have an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of related experience, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and Oracle preferred. Hybrid work will be available after initial onsite training.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of relevant professional experience or equivalent education and 5-7 years of related experience.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and maintenance of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Support preparation and analysis of projected revenue requirements.
• Create and manage purchase requisitions and analyze operational invoices.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Oracle

ERP systems

Project management software

Job description

Columbus, Ohio (onsite at first; then hybrid)

Temp to Hire

What You’ll Do:

• Assist the team in the development, monitoring, and maintenance of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Support the preparation and analysis of actual and projected Revenue Requirements.
• Partner with Accounting to oversee Oracle project setup, establish new vendor accounts, generate budget-to-actual reporting, and support other business-related financial activities.
• Create and manage purchase requisitions while reviewing, tracking, and analyzing invoices related to operational and project expenses.
• Compile, organize, and maintain critical documentation, including requests for proposals (RFPs), contracts, agreements, and contract amendments.
• Support contract administration and procurement activities, including developing scopes of work, preparing RFPs and bid packages, and assisting with bid evaluations and vendor selection processes.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and business updates for leadership, the Board, and other stakeholders as requested.
• Provide administrative, financial, and project support to ensure the successful execution of initiatives.

What We’re Looking For:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, along with a minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience; equivalent combinations of education and 5–7 years of related experience will also be considered.
• Experience with Oracle, ERP preferred.
• Relevant experience includes administrative, financial, budgeting, or project support responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment while building positive working relationships across departments.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Proven ability to effectively manage time, prioritize competing responsibilities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with a professional demeanor and strong commitment to customer service and teamwork.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, with the ability to create spreadsheets, reports, and presentations.
• Knowledge of workflow management and business process improvement principles is preferred.
• Familiarity with project management software and related tools is a plus.
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally as business needs require.

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