Finance & Administration Specialist (Hybrid)

Yale University; New Haven (CT); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Yale College is seeking a Financial Assistant 4 to provide comprehensive financial and administrative support in the Yale College Business Office. The role handles a high volume of transactions, prepares routine and ad hoc reports, and helps improve office controls and procedures.

The position requires strong Excel skills, experience with Workday and financial reporting, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Six years of related work experience, with at least four in the same job family or a related field.
• High school education or higher; degree combinations acceptable.
• Experience with Excel and financial reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Drafts preliminary financial sections of proposals.
• Reviews proposals for accuracy and compliance with grantor and university requirements.
• Monitors, controls, and maintains financial activity; ensures expenditures are posted to proper accounts.
• Serves as the principal source of information on financial policies and procedures and financial activity.
• Reconciles and analyzes financial statements; prepares reports and analyses.
• Oversees and instructs support staff; maintains financial records and files.

Skills

Proactive issue resolution

Written and verbal communication

Excel proficiency

Financial reporting systems

Organizational skills

Independent judgment and discretion

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in related field

Bachelor degree in related field

Tools

Workday

Job description

Yale College is seeking a Financial Assistant 4 to provide comprehensive financial and administrative support in the Yale College Business Office. The role handles a high volume of transactions, prepares routine and ad hoc reports, and helps improve office controls and procedures.

The position requires strong Excel skills, experience with Workday and financial reporting, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.