Financial Operations Manager - Hybrid Leadership & Process

Harvard University FAS Human Resources; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard University is seeking a Finance Operations Manager within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences. The role leads a team delivering financial operations, ensuring high-quality service, compliance, and continuous improvement across academic departments and centers.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree (MBA preferred) and 5+ years of relevant experience, with hybrid work requiring 3 days on campus. Salary ranges post-grade level 057 vary with market norms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required (5+ years preferred)
• MBA or Master’s degree preferred for advanced roles
• Strong supervisory experience and proven leadership abilities

Responsibilities

• Supervise finance associates and senior associates across the division
• Oversee onboarding, training, performance management and inclusive culture
• Lead process improvements and ensure compliance with university policies
• Coordinate with department admins, center directors and faculty to steward resources

Skills

Advanced Excel

MS Office

Financial systems

Data queries

Budgeting

Accounting principles

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

MBA or Master's preferred

Tools

Concur

Buy2Pay

Job description

Harvard University is seeking a Finance Operations Manager within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences. The role leads a team delivering financial operations, ensuring high-quality service, compliance, and continuous improvement across academic departments and centers.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree (MBA preferred) and 5+ years of relevant experience, with hybrid work requiring 3 days on campus. Salary ranges post-grade level 057 vary with market norms.