Financial Specialist

University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave and holidays

Hybrid work schedule

Education benefits

Retirement plans

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. is seeking a Financial Specialist to support fiduciary oversight and accounting operations.

The role collaborates with the Executive Director of Accounting and Finance Operations to ensure accurate processing of financial transactions, including AP, procurement card activity, and travel reimbursements. Ideal candidates hold an associate degree with office experience, with a preference for a bachelor's in business or accounting.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree with at least 6 months in an office setting.
• Experience with procurement, accounts payable, or related finance operations is a plus.
• Familiarity with Oracle ERP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operations and stakeholder support through daily interaction and clear communication.
• Enter procurement card statements into Oracle ERP and assign GL accounts.
• Review invoices for compliance and enter into Oracle ERP.
• Assist with travel reimbursements and ensure compliance with policy.

Education

Associate’s degree with a minimum of 6 months of experience in an office environment

Bachelor's degree in business or accounting

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Job Description

The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc (UTFI) invites applications and nominations to fill the position of Financial Specialist. Reporting to the Executive Director of Accounting and Finance Operations, the Financial Specialist is responsible for assisting in providing fiduciary oversight to the University of Tennessee Foundation.

Responsibilities

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Operations and Stakeholder Support: Daily personal interaction and communication with peers and staff members. This includes active listening and providing clear and concise communication. Monitor the business office email inbox.
• Procurement Cards: Entry of system-wide procurement card statements into Oracle ERP. This includes reviewing and assigning GL accounts.
• Accounts Payable: Review invoices for compliance to fiscal policy and accurately enter into Oracle ERP.
• Travel Reimbursements: Assist with expense auditing as needed to avoid duplication of reimbursements and ensure employee compliance to fiscal policy.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Associate’s degree with a minimum of 6 months of experience in an office environment

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business or accounting

Application Process

Applications must include a completed candidate profile, resume, and contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without explicit permission from the candidate.

When determining minimum qualifications, only information entered into the candidate profile can be considered. Please ensure your candidate profile is completed in its entirety as it relates to qualifying education/work experience.

Questions about the search may be directed to [e-mail].

Target Start Date

December 2026

Benefits

• Generous paid leave , accruing up to 12 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave annually, plus 14 paid holidays and administrative closing days
• Flexible work arrangements, offering a hybrid schedule to most team members
• Education benefits for employees and their dependents at UT System campuses
• Retirement and deferred compensation plans, including 401(k), 403(b), etc.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Employee discounts to attractions, services, and goods

The Foundation

The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization that serves as the preferred channel for private contributions benefiting students and faculty within the UT System. With a vision of being one of the top-performing advancement organizations in higher education, UTFI is committed to enhancing the educational landscape across the University of Tennessee campuses.

The UT System

The University of Tennessee System is comprised of campuses at Knoxville, Chattanooga, Pulaski, Martin and the Health Science Center at Memphis; the Institute of Agriculture; and the Institute for Public Service.

EEO Statement

The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.