Architectural Travel, Finance & Events Coordinator

Cornell University; Town of Ithaca (NY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Health care options

Retirement contributions

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Cornell University’s Department of Architecture seeks a Finance and Operations Coordinator to support financial transactions, travel planning, and event coordination. The role emphasizes accurate record-keeping, policy compliance, and responsive service to faculty, staff, students, and visitors within Cornell AAP.

You will foster a collaborative, service-minded environment, handle purchasing, account reporting, and expense tracking, and contribute to a healthy work culture across the department.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree plus 2-4 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination.
• Strong written and verbal communication and a commitment to excellent service.
• Ability to build inclusive working relationships with diverse groups.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and financial management tools; willingness to learn new systems.

Responsibilities

• Process financial transactions and travel, manage purchasing and reconciliations.
• Coordinate department events, space/service requests, and vendor communications.
• Maintain office operations, respond to inquiries, and keep records and supplies up to date.
• Support semester course-budget processes and assist with travel planning for faculty and students.

Skills

Financial administration

Vendor relations

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Travel coordination

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office Suite

Financial management tools

Job description

Cornell University’s Department of Architecture seeks a Finance and Operations Coordinator to support financial transactions, travel planning, and event coordination. The role emphasizes accurate record-keeping, policy compliance, and responsive service to faculty, staff, students, and visitors within Cornell AAP.

You will foster a collaborative, service-minded environment, handle purchasing, account reporting, and expense tracking, and contribute to a healthy work culture across the department.