Remote Finance & Admin Associate - Sponsored Programs

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Urbana (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign seeks a Business/Administrative Associate for Sponsored Programs Administration. The role focuses on budget reporting, funds management, HR support, and facilities coordination under the Business & Operations Manager.

Responsibilities include financial reporting, travel arrangements, calendar management, purchasing, records retention, and front-line customer service. Hybrid or remote work may be available; start date ASAP after close date.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Two years of professional business, financial, or managerial work experience.
• Experience with compliance oversight and applying policies.

Responsibilities

• Review financial transactions for funds availability and compliance.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports for administrative review.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and meetings for SPA leadership.
• Manage calendars, events, and committee coordination for SPA staff.
• Oversee purchasing operations and supplier relations using P-Card and iBuy.
• Support records management and office equipment maintenance.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Software proficiency

Education

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

Tools

BANNER

P-Card

T-Card

FABweb

iBuy

Job description

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign seeks a Business/Administrative Associate for Sponsored Programs Administration. The role focuses on budget reporting, funds management, HR support, and facilities coordination under the Business & Operations Manager.

Responsibilities include financial reporting, travel arrangements, calendar management, purchasing, records retention, and front-line customer service. Hybrid or remote work may be available; start date ASAP after close date.