Financial Specialist - The Center for Advancing Health Equity in Rural and Underserved Communities

Penn State University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking a Financial Specialist to oversee financial operations at the Center for Advancing Health Equity in Rural and Underserved Communities. Responsibilities include managing budgeting, audits, grant-related activities, and comprehensive financial reporting. The role requires significant non-profit experience and involves handling accounting software updates and stakeholder communications alongside a competitive salary range.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Tuition discounts

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of related experience or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of non-profit accounting and financial statements.
• Ability to develop relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Processing invoices, checks, and mailings.
• Preparing financial reports for the board and teams.
• Managing payroll and deposits.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Financial Specialist - The Center for Advancing Health Equity in Rural and Underserved Communities

This position is based in Chicago, IL, and is funded for 1 year, with continuation contingent on university needs and funding.

The Penn State College of Medicine's Center for Advancing Health Equity in Rural and Underserved Communities (CAHE-RUC) seeks a Financial Specialist to manage financial operations, including report analysis, audits, budgeting, and financial reporting. The role requires previous non-profit experience in university settings and involves evaluating and updating accounting software and procedures, preparing financial statements, and handling grant-related financial activities.

Responsibilities include:

• Processing invoices, checks, and mailings.
• Reconciling checking and investment accounts.
• Maintaining the General Ledger in QuickBooks.
• Managing payroll and deposits.
• Preparing financial reports for the board and teams.
• Handling payroll taxes, year-end close, and audits.
• Recording donations and managing grant budgets and reporting.
• Coordinating with external auditors and managing tax returns.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of related experience or equivalent.
• Knowledge of non-profit accounting, accounts payable/receivable, and financial statements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to develop relationships with stakeholders.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s in accounting and non-profit experience.

Applicants must pass background checks including criminal and FBI fingerprint checks. The salary range is $61,800 - $89,600, with comprehensive benefits including health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and tuition discounts.

Penn State is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. For assistance with the application process due to disability, contact 814-865-1473.

Note: Remote work approval is not guaranteed. For more details, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.