Finance Operations & Compliance Associate

Virginia Tech; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 40,500 - 49,500; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech's Fralin Biomedical Research Institute seeks a Financial Services Associate to support daily fiscal operations, including procurement, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, and travel. The role ensures compliance with university, state, and federal regulations and maintains internal controls, guiding faculty and staff on financial procedures.

The position interfaces with the Controller’s Office, Bursar’s Office, and Procurement.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in accounting, business, finance or related field or equivalent training/experience.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with fiscal processes such as accounting, accounts payable, bookkeeping and related duties.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day fiscal operations including procurement, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budget and travel.
• Ensure compliance with university, state and federal regulations and maintain internal controls.
• Serve as point of contact to guide faculty and staff on financial procedures and processes.
• Coordinate with Controller’s Office, Bursar’s Office and Procurement department.

Skills

Excel

Word

Outlook

Financial databases

Independent collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in accounting, business, finance or related field

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training/experience

Tools

HokieMart

Banner

Emburse

Job description

Virginia Tech's Fralin Biomedical Research Institute seeks a Financial Services Associate to support daily fiscal operations, including procurement, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, and travel. The role ensures compliance with university, state, and federal regulations and maintains internal controls, guiding faculty and staff on financial procedures.

The position interfaces with the Controller’s Office, Bursar’s Office, and Procurement.