Finance Coordinator

University of Maryland; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 73,536 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland is seeking a detail-oriented professional for the Department of Computer Science. The role involves managing departmental finances, including payroll, transactions, and student organization expenses.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree and has at least one year of finance or budget experience. Proficient in Microsoft Office, the candidate will ensure smooth operations and support critical business functions in a fast-paced environment.

Salary range is $73,536 – $75,000, with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• One year of professional budget, finance, or accounting experience.
• Additional work experience may be substituted for education.
• Knowledge of UMD's administrative systems and policies in finance.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly reconciliation of departmental accounts.
• Enter and maintain payroll documents for all employees.
• Coordinate and process journal vouchers and payroll accounting adjustments.

Skills

Knowledge of finance functions

Skill in oral and written communication

Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Suite

Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments

Ability to analyze situations and determine the best solutions

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Tools

BA4 (Priority)

Workday

Concur

Job description

Job Description Summary

Join the Department of Computer Science as a key member of our business office team. We are seeking a highly organized and personable professional with exceptional attention to detail and a strong customer‑service orientation. This role demands the ability to operate independently in a fast‑paced environment while collaborating with colleagues to drive efficiency and support critical financial and business operations. Reporting to the Director of Business and Finance, this position plays an integral role in ensuring the smooth execution of departmental processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly reconciliation of departmental accounts within the Management Accounting System, proactively identifying and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Enter and maintain payroll documents for all employees charged to Computer Science–managed accounts, ensuring accuracy and timely updates.
• Coordinate and submit Disbursement Request Forms (DRFs) to the University of Maryland College Park Foundation and the University of Maryland System Foundation to facilitate reimbursement of foundation‑funded expenses.
• Coordinate and process journal vouchers and payroll accounting adjustments in Workday to correct funding errors in compliance with university and sponsor policies.
• Execute departmental purchasing and travel transactions, including requisitions, and serve as backup support for primary staff to ensure continuity of operations.
• Monitor, track, and analyze expenses for Computer Science student organizations, maintaining accurate financial records.
• Coordinate billing to the Graduate School for Goldhaber and ICSSA travel‑related expenses, ensuring proper documentation and timely reimbursement.
• Partner with business office and department teams to evaluate workflows, troubleshoot challenges, and drive process improvements. Deliver flexible support for a variety of administrative and operational tasks, adapting to departmental needs and priorities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: One (1) year of professional budget, finance, or accounting experience.
• Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of finance functions.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Suite products.
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize assignments.
• Ability to analyze situations and determine the best solutions.

Preferences

• Experience with BA4 (Priority), Workday, and Concur.
• Knowledge of UMD's administrative systems, policies and procedures in the areas of travel, finance, and purchasing.
• Knowledge of UMCPF and USMF policies and procedures.

Financial Disclosure Required

Yes. For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit the Maryland State Ethics Commission website.

Department

CMNS-Computer Science

Worker Sub‑Type

Staff Regular

Salary Range

$73,536 – $75,000

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I‑9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

Title IX Non‑Discrimination Notice

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