Financial Operations Specialist - Compliance & Reconciliation

Virginia Tech; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech is seeking a Financial Specialist within the Advancement Division's Business Operations team in Blacksburg, VA. You will support financial, purchasing, and business functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with university and state standards.

This role helps safeguard resources, provides procedural guidance, and participates in annual compliance surveys. A collaborative, service-oriented approach is essential to help engage donors and advance the university's priorities.

Qualifications

• Experience in performing financial responsibilities and reconciling expenditures.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with diverse groups.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications for database management and spreadsheets.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently while handling multiple duties.
• Ability to learn and update new software quickly and accurately.
• Experience handling confidential materials and information.

Responsibilities

• Process travel reimbursements, AR/AP, monthly reconciliations, and PCard transactions.
• Review and submit financial transactions through HokieMart and Emburse Enterprise.
• Coordinate financial reporting and documentation to support audits and planning.

Skills

Financial reconciliations

Communication skills

MS Excel/DB management

Multitasking

Software adaptability

Handling confidential information

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or applicable discipline

Tools

Banner

MicroStrategy

HokieMart

Microsoft SharePoint

Job description

Virginia Tech is seeking a Financial Specialist within the Advancement Division's Business Operations team in Blacksburg, VA. You will support financial, purchasing, and business functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with university and state standards.

This role helps safeguard resources, provides procedural guidance, and participates in annual compliance surveys. A collaborative, service-oriented approach is essential to help engage donors and advance the university's priorities.