Finance Coordinator

University of Colorado; Aurora (CO); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Colorado is seeking a Finance Coordinator to manage accounting, credentialing, budgeting, and forecasting within the Department of Pediatrics Administration. This role focuses on delivering accurate financial data and supporting decision-making.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement with one on-campus day per week and in-person meetings as needed, enabling collaboration across departments and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field from an accredited institution.
• Two (2) years of professional experience in accounting or finance, including accounts payable, invoicing, AR, and journal entries.
• Substitution: combined education and related experience may substitute for degree.

Responsibilities

• Oversee credentialing, licensing, privileging, and profile maintenance for all Department of Pediatrics Providers.
• Process procurement and financial transactions, reimbursements, PO's, and A/P through CU Medicine and UCD.
• Manage Academic/Department Enrichment Funds portfolio with budgets, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Present budgets and projections to Finance Administrator and service line managers.
• Assist Financial Analysts with cash reconciliation and travel card entries.
• Process and track consulting contracts via Ironclad and ContractLogix.
• Assist in submitting department budgets across multiple administrative teams.

Skills

Communication

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Salesforce

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Job Title

Finance Coordinator

Position #

00852779 – Requisition #: 41036

Job Summary

The Department of Pediatrics (DOP) Administration is looking for a Finance Coordinator who enjoys a diverse set of professional duties, including accounts payable, provider credentialing, budgeting, and forecasting. We are seeking a candidate who enjoys working with small and large groups and displays verbal and written communication skills. The Financial Coordinator must possess strong communication and analytical skills. This position is the voice, face, and publisher for all things finance!

Key Responsibilities

• This position owns end-to-end professional work, selects and adapts theories and principles to solve complex problems, and is able to work fully independently on tasks, including, but not limited to:
• Oversee the entire credentialing process for faculty through CU Medicine via SalesForce, with autonomy in processing the licensing, privileging, and profile maintenance for all Department of Pediatrics Providers
• Process procurement through the University (UCD) for the Department of Pediatrics administrative teams, as well as process financial transactions, expense reimbursements, purchase orders, and accounts payable through CU Medicine and UCD.
• Manage a portfolio of Academic and Department Enrichment Funds in excess of $125M, including budget creation and update, reconciliation of expenses and debt reconciliation. Primary duties will include monthly maintenance of AEF and DEF Reports and submit journal entries as needed to ensure no debt rollover into the next fiscal year.
• Present budgets and projections to various stakeholders, including Finance Administrator and Children’s Hospital Colorado Service Line Managers throughout the year.
• Will aid Financial Analysts in the reconciliation of cash surplus/deficit from travel card purchases and submit clearing journal entries.
• Process and track consulting contracts through Ironclad and ContractLogix.
• Will be involved in the submission of the Department of Pediatrics’ functional areas budget, which includes aggregating and distributing the individual budgets for each Department of Pediatrics Administrative Team, including but not limited to Department Special Projects, Academic Affairs, and Human Resources.

Work Location

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of one (1) day per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us

The University of Colorado’s School of Medicine Department of Pediatrics Finance team is looking for someone who believes in our mission but is also seeking to display their analytical and organizational skills across accounting, provider credentialing, and budgeting and forecasting!

The University of Colorado Anschutz is a public education, clinical, and research facility serving 4,500 students and is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers, and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 15/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced-rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, business, public administration, health care, educational technology, social science, liberal arts, communications, accounting, finance, library science, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
• Substitution: A combination of education and related experience in finance or accounting may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis.
• Two (2) years of professional experience in accounting or finance, including accounts payable processing, creating invoices handling accounts receivable, and journal entry submissions via Peoplesoft. Financial experience should include creation, maintenance and submission of annual budget, with experience in forecasting on a monthly basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SalesForce ACE/HPD credentialing.

Conditions of Employment

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.
• Must be willing and able to pass national criminal and sex offender background checks.
• Must successfully pass a 10-panel drug screen through Children’s Hospital Colorado.
• For questions regarding Children’s Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children’s Human Resources at 720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to Children’s Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it will be listed in the job posting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Knowledge of Office suites, particularly Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Must possess effective interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.
• Must possess the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and have experience utilizing Salesforce.
• The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to prioritize, follow through, and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [e-mail].

Background Check Statement

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety-sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

Screening of Applications Begins

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by September 15, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range

The starting hiring range for this position has been established as $51,631 to $69,185. The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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Job Category

Finance and Accounting

Department

U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver

Schedule

Full-time

Posting Date

Sep 8, 2026

Unposting Date

Ongoing