Operations & Finance Administrator - Research Core

Northwestern University; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 67,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern University is seeking a NUFAB Business Administrator to manage day-to-day administrative, financial, and business functions in support of the unit’s mission. You will coordinate with HR, Budget, Facilities, IT, and the Provost to ensure compliant and efficient operations.

The ideal candidate will interpret university policies with minimal supervision, possess strong communication and attention to detail, and support a collaborative research environment that features state-of-the-art

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 4 years of administrative experience including budgets, finance, grants, facilities, or HR.

Responsibilities

• Administers policy and ensures compliant, efficient daily operations across the unit.
• Direct payroll, purchasing, travel & T&E transactions and chart string requests using NU protocol.
• Monitors open encumbrances and deficit chart strings; reconciles expenses to budget per NU audits.
• Coordinate communications, website updates, events, and outreach activities.
• Serve as liaison to IT and facilities; supervise student staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/accounting or related

Job description

Northwestern University is seeking a NUFAB Business Administrator to manage day-to-day administrative, financial, and business functions in support of the unit’s mission. You will coordinate with HR, Budget, Facilities, IT, and the Provost to ensure compliant and efficient operations.

The ideal candidate will interpret university policies with minimal supervision, possess strong communication and attention to detail, and support a collaborative research environment that features state-of-the-art