Hybrid Financial Assistant - Budget & Reporting Expert

Yale University; New Haven (CT); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale University in New Haven is seeking a Financial Assistant 4 to deliver high-level financial support for the Genetics Department. The role reports to the Associate Director of Operations and covers reconciliation, budgeting, journal entries, and reporting in Workday.

The ideal candidate has strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and proven ability to coordinate with diverse stakeholders within a hybrid, university setting.

Qualifications

• Six years of related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency with financial reporting, reconciliation, and budgeting processes.
• Experience applying university financial policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Drafts preliminary financial sections of proposals.
• Reconciles and analyzes financial statements and prepares reports.
• Maintains financial records, journals, and audits with accuracy.
• Supports budget development and quarterly reviews.
• Prepares purchase requisitions and expense reports.
• Provides coverage for administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Excel

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Workday

SciQuest

Job description

Yale University in New Haven is seeking a Financial Assistant 4 to deliver high-level financial support for the Genetics Department. The role reports to the Associate Director of Operations and covers reconciliation, budgeting, journal entries, and reporting in Workday.

The ideal candidate has strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and proven ability to coordinate with diverse stakeholders within a hybrid, university setting.