On-Site Operations & Budget Manager

SIU Medicine; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is seeking an on‑site Administrative/Financial Specialist to support clinical, academic, and operational activities. You will compile and analyze data, prepare reports, assist with budgeting, and coordinate with finance, HR, and compliance.

The role emphasizes accuracy, regulatory adherence, and efficient workflows. Responsibilities include developing and monitoring budgets, processing contracts, and maintaining records for audit readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 3 years of relevant work experience or a combination thereof.
• Knowledge of budget development, monitoring, and reporting.
• Experience with financial tracking, expense reconciliation, and variance identification.

Responsibilities

• Compile, verify, and assemble financial, operational, and clinical activity data.
• Prepare routine and ad hoc administrative and financial reports for leadership.
• Monitor budgets and assist with financial planning and contracts.
• Maintain financial records in compliance with policy and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as liaison between unit and internal departments (finance, HR, compliance).

Skills

Budget management

Data analysis

Administrative procedures

Regulatory compliance

Reporting and documentation

Communication

Project coordination

Policy interpretation

Recordkeeping

Education

Bachelor's degree in accountancy, business administration, management, or related field

3 years of accounting/business/fiscal management work experience

Combination of education and experience totaling 3 years

Job description

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is seeking an on‑site Administrative/Financial Specialist to support clinical, academic, and operational activities. You will compile and analyze data, prepare reports, assist with budgeting, and coordinate with finance, HR, and compliance.

The role emphasizes accuracy, regulatory adherence, and efficient workflows. Responsibilities include developing and monitoring budgets, processing contracts, and maintaining records for audit readiness.