Finance & Budget Specialist – Academic Health Services

Princeton University; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health Services (UHS) at Princeton University seeks a Finance Specialist to support 20 departments with a $14M budget. You will manage accounts receivable, payroll, and budgeting processes, and collaborate with HR and the Office of Finance to ensure strong financial controls.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Business or Accounting, advanced Excel, and experience with PeopleSoft, Medicat, and TAM systems. A commitment to confidentiality and process improvement is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business or Accounting.
• Experience with accounting and finance.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing and inventory control functions.
• Advanced level of Excel and proficiency with MS Office applications (Word, Outlook).
• Maintain confidentiality of financial and patient information (FERPA/HIPAA).
• Knowledge of quality improvement methodologies (e.g., Plan-Do-Study-Act).
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Receivable, Sales & Inventory Control management across UHS units.
• Audit weekly credit card receipts and reconcile monthly.
• Process payroll bi-weekly in TAM and coordinate approvals.
• Support budget reconciliation and financial reporting.
• Coordinate purchasing with Shared Services and manage vendor relations.
• Ensure internal controls and compliance with Finance & Treasury policies.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Accounting

Finance

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business or Accounting

Tools

PeopleSoft

MediCat

TAM

Job description

University Health Services (UHS) at Princeton University seeks a Finance Specialist to support 20 departments with a $14M budget. You will manage accounts receivable, payroll, and budgeting processes, and collaborate with HR and the Office of Finance to ensure strong financial controls.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Business or Accounting, advanced Excel, and experience with PeopleSoft, Medicat, and TAM systems. A commitment to confidentiality and process improvement is essential.