Program Manager, Youth Entrepreneurship Finance

Arizona State University; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona State University is seeking an Administrative Operations Specialist 3 to oversee grant-funded financial operations and program administration within the J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute.

The role ensures compliant financial recordkeeping, budget monitoring, and coordination with university offices for grant-funded K-12 initiatives. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree with five years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and five years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field, or an equivalent combination of experience and/or training.
• Experience in grant management and financial administration.
• Familiarity with financial systems and related university processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate financial operations for grant-funded programs, including account reconciliation, travel and p‑card administration, and grant administration.
• Serve as liaison between program team and university finance offices to ensure compliance and timely processing.
• Prepare and review financial documentation and maintain accurate records.
• Monitor budgets and expenditures, supporting reporting and variance analyses.
• Develop collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders to optimize operations.

Skills

Grant management

Travel coordination

Financial administration

MS Office / Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Workday

Concur

Amazon WorkSpaces

Excel

Google Workspace

Airtable

Job description

Job Profile:

Administrative Operations Specialist 3

Job Family:

Administrative Operations

Time Type:

Full time

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary: Supports and instructs those served by the department with complex queries, applies specialized knowledge of multiple standards, policies and procedures, and maintains accurate and detailed records.

Position Salary Range:

$57,900 - $64,000 per year; DOE

Job Description:

Under the direction of the Senior Program Manager, Youth Entrepreneurship Finance and Operations, the Program Manager, Youth Entrepreneurship Finance coordinates the financial operations, grant administration, and business processes that support grant-funded K-12 programs within the J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute.

This is a grant-funded position and is contingent on future grant funding.

Essential Duties:

Financial Operations & Program Administration (75%)

• Coordinate financial operations for Youth Entrepreneurship grant-funded programs, including travel, p-card administration, account reconciliation, grant financial administration, and related business processes, ensuring compliance with university and sponsor requirements.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the Youth Entrepreneurship team and university finance and administrative offices, coordinating financial and administrative activities that support grant-funded programs.
• Prepare, review, and coordinate financial and administrative documentation through established university business processes, ensuring timely routing, compliance, and accurate financial recordkeeping.
• Monitor financial workflow transactions, coordinate required approvals and supporting documentation, and facilitate timely processing within the university financial management system.
• Reconcile financial transactions and assigned accounts, identify discrepancies, coordinate necessary corrections, and maintain accurate financial records.
• Coordinate grant-related financial administration, including account maintenance, approver updates, budget revisions, and the establishment of local accounts, in accordance with university and sponsor requirements.
• Collaborate with unit administration to support financial operations, monitor expenditures, maintain compliance with university and sponsor policies, and recommend process improvements that enhance operational efficiency.

Data Analysis and Reporting (15%)

• Collect, maintain, and analyze financial and programmatic data to support grant administration, including tracking stipends, technology expenditures, travel, and other program-related activities for internal and sponsor reporting.
• Generate monthly financial reports for assigned accounts to support budget monitoring, financial planning, and operational decision-making.
• Prepare quarterly budget reports for grant-funded programs, highlighting key financial metrics, expenditure trends, and variance analyses.
• Assist in the preparation of sponsor, impact, and other financial or operational reports, as required.
• Monitor program budgets, burn rates, timelines, and resource allocations, identifying potential concerns and communicating recommendations to unit administration.

Other (10%)

• Support ASU and community initiatives that align with the mission and strategic priorities of the J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute.
• Represent ASU, Edson E+I, and/or Youth Entrepreneurship on department, institute, university, and community committees, workgroups, and collaborative initiatives, as requested.
• Develop and sustain collaborative relationships with external partners, including program delivery partners, school administrators, community organizations, funding partners, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with internal staff, faculty, and university partners to advance Youth Entrepreneurship initiatives and foster engagement across the broader ASU and Edson E+I community.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support team, institute, and university objectives.

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous experience in grant management, travel coordination, or financial administration. Including knowledge of grant regulations and compliance standards.
• Strong understanding of financial processes and/or financial systems such as Workday, Concur, or Amazon WorkSpaces.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and/or Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Slides, Drive).
• Prior experience using Airtable.

Working Environment:

• Work duties are performed in settings including, ASU SkySong (Scottsdale, AZ) and various event/program locations.
• Climate-controlled office setting subject to extended periods of being in a stationary position.
• Regular use of standard office equipment including but not limited to: computer workstation/laptop (keyboard, monitor, mouse), printer, fax, calculator, copier, telephone, and associated computer/technology peripherals.
• Some domestic travel to various program locations may be required.
• May require a flexible working schedule in order to accommodate projects and initiatives.
• Move items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Department Statement:

Every year since 2016, ASU has been named the most innovative university in the nation, recognizing the university's culture of groundbreaking research and partnerships, and as well as its commitment to helping students thrive in college and beyond. U.S. News and World Report has named ASU as the most innovative university all twelve years the category has existed.

ASU Knowledge Enterprise advances research, innovation, strategic partnerships, entrepreneurship, and international development. Our success arises from solutions-focused, interdisciplinary research; an entrepreneurial approach that is embedded in every school and department; and a commitment to transform society in a positive way.

The J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute supports connections and collaborations across ASU and its partner communities to make entrepreneurship accessible to everyone by providing material support and resources for entrepreneurship while advancing ASU's national and international reputation as an entrepreneurial institution of higher education. Edson E+I is a dynamic and fast-paced working environment with a team of interdisciplinary colleagues supporting an extensive suite of programs that provide outreach, engagement, and training opportunities to promote an entrepreneurial ecosystem and economic growth.

Driving Requirement:

Driving is not required for this position.

Location:

Off-Campus: Scottsdale

Funding:

Grant Funded

ASU Statement:

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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Employment Verification Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement:

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