Hybrid Financial Operations Specialist

Brown University; United States; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University’s Division of Biology and Medicine is seeking a Financial Operations Specialist to manage budgets, funds flow, and forecasting for assigned departments. The role emphasizes financial training, policy implementation, and exceptional customer service in financial management.

Based on campus in Providence, RI with a hybrid schedule requiring 1-2 days in person per week. The incumbent will act as SME for central and program finances, support cost center management, and coordinate

Qualifications

• A degree in accounting, finance, economics or related field.
• Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in academic financials.
• Knowledge of complex financial models and data procedures.
• Experience developing spreadsheets and merging data sources.
• Proficiency with accounting software and reporting tools.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of the annual budget and projections.
• Financial management and compliance for programs.
• Support new initiatives and business development.
• General administration with emphasis on service excellence.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Financial analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Accounting/Finance/Economics degree

2+ years experience

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Accounting software

Job description

Brown University’s Division of Biology and Medicine is seeking a Financial Operations Specialist to manage budgets, funds flow, and forecasting for assigned departments. The role emphasizes financial training, policy implementation, and exceptional customer service in financial management.

Based on campus in Providence, RI with a hybrid schedule requiring 1-2 days in person per week. The incumbent will act as SME for central and program finances, support cost center management, and coordinate