Accounts Payable & Purchasing Operations Specialist (Temp)

University of Dayton; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Dayton is seeking a Financial Operations Specialist to backfill temporarily during a major ERP upgrade. The role focuses on daily accounts payable, purchasing card, and travel reimbursements to ensure smooth campus operations.

This position is a temporary backfill for Procurement and Payable Services, ensuring core processes continue during transitions in the ERP system upgrade. It supports day-to-day operations and reporting through 6/30/2028.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or related field OR 5 years in accounts payable or financial operations.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; identify process improvements and troubleshoot technical errors.
• Technical Skills: High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including queries, data compilation, or reporting from database systems.
• Communication: Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication across all levels of the organization.
• Citizenship Requirement: U.S. citizenship required due to federal government contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manages daily accounts payable, purchasing card, and travel reimbursement workflows.

Skills

Accounts payable

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 5 years experience

Tools

Ellucian Banner

Jaggaer

Costpoint

Emburse

Job description

University of Dayton is seeking a Financial Operations Specialist to backfill temporarily during a major ERP upgrade. The role focuses on daily accounts payable, purchasing card, and travel reimbursements to ensure smooth campus operations.

This position is a temporary backfill for Procurement and Payable Services, ensuring core processes continue during transitions in the ERP system upgrade. It supports day-to-day operations and reporting through 6/30/2028.