Global Programs Finance & Budget Specialist

Worcester Polytech; Worcester, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) seeks a Financial Specialist for the Global School to oversee budgeting, tracking, and auditing of study abroad centers. You will guide program directors, manage a multi-million portfolio, and ensure compliant financial operations across campus partners.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of relevant experience, with strong Microsoft Office and Workday skills. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Two years of relevant experience.
• Experience with financial systems and payroll-related processes.
• Ability to communicate with diverse university partners.

Responsibilities

• Advise program directors on budgeting for 60+ study abroad centers ($30,000–$200,000 each).
• Support financial trainings for advisors and directors.
• Manage fiscal processes for a $7.5M portfolio including payroll, travel, billing, and reporting.
• Reconcile transactions and ensure compliance with policies and guidelines.
• Maintain financial records and prepare forecasting materials.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) seeks a Financial Specialist for the Global School to oversee budgeting, tracking, and auditing of study abroad centers. You will guide program directors, manage a multi-million portfolio, and ensure compliant financial operations across campus partners.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of relevant experience, with strong Microsoft Office and Workday skills. Equal opportunity employer.