Hybrid Research Finance Transaction Specialist

Cornell University; Ithaca (MI); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement contributions

Wellbeing programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Cornell University in Ithaca, NY, is seeking a Transaction Specialist to manage financial transactions across CLASSE and related facilities. The role emphasizes accuracy, policy compliance, and collaboration with the finance team.

The candidate should have 2–4 years of accounting/finance experience, strong Excel/Office skills, and the ability to handle confidential information. A hybrid work arrangement is available, with a focus on supporting diverse research operations.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree with 2–4 years’ accounting/finance experience.
• Excellent customer service, communication, organizational and analytical skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative in a demanding environment.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with tact and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Process, review, and reconcile financial transactions with accuracy and compliance.
• Independently research and resolve complex transactions and issues.
• Support financial stewardship of multi-million-dollar facilities by maintaining records.
• Serve as a resource on transaction processes, funding sources, systems.
• Collaborate with finance staff and stakeholders to resolve issues and support operations.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Excel

Word

Outlook

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Confidentiality

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Kuali

OBIEE Answers

OSP Portal

Longview

Job description

Cornell University in Ithaca, NY, is seeking a Transaction Specialist to manage financial transactions across CLASSE and related facilities. The role emphasizes accuracy, policy compliance, and collaboration with the finance team.

The candidate should have 2–4 years of accounting/finance experience, strong Excel/Office skills, and the ability to handle confidential information. A hybrid work arrangement is available, with a focus on supporting diverse research operations.