Finance Shared Services Lead, Budgets & Training

Princeton University; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 76,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Princeton University in Princeton, NJ, seeks an Assistant Manager in the Financial Shared Services program. The role serves as financial and business manager for a diverse portfolio of departments, programs, and centers, coordinating with unit managers to ensure compliant, timely financial processing and reporting.

You will train staff, provide policy guidance, and act as a liaison between units and the Office of Finance & Treasury, piloting new processes and improving financial operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in customer service or finance.
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking abilities in fast-paced settings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and financial systems.
• Experience in higher education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides proactive support and approval for financial transactions.
• Ensures compliance with university policies and procedures.
• Trains faculty, staff, and students on financial policies.
• Manages budgeting, financial reporting, and year-end close support.
• Acts as liaison between units and Office of Finance & Treasury.
• Pilots new processes and systems and provides feedback.
• Collaborates with departments on financial processes.

Skills

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Communication skills

Desktop tools

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

3-5 years experience

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

PeopleSoft

Concur

Job description

Princeton University in Princeton, NJ, seeks an Assistant Manager in the Financial Shared Services program. The role serves as financial and business manager for a diverse portfolio of departments, programs, and centers, coordinating with unit managers to ensure compliant, timely financial processing and reporting.

You will train staff, provide policy guidance, and act as a liaison between units and the Office of Finance & Treasury, piloting new processes and improving financial operations