Senior Financial & HR Operations Specialist

University of Tennessee; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Tennessee Senior Financial Associate coordinates a broad range of financial, HR, and administrative tasks to support daily departmental operations in Knoxville. The role ensures compliance with university policies while aiding faculty, staff, and students.

The position validates transactions, supports payroll and HR processes, and provides data analysis related to financial and HR activities. It collaborates with OSP and FMC for pre-/post-award work and manages reporting and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 4+ years of experience in accounting and human resources roles.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and organization skills.
• Ability to multitask and work independently; handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Validate cash management prepared by other staff and assist with journal entries for cost allocations and corrections.
• Support payroll and HR processes, and HR compliance activities.
• Assist with sponsored research activities including effort certification and budget/funding support.
• Prepare data reports and monitor expenditures for sponsored projects; reconcile monthly activity.

Skills

Basic accounting principles

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Confidential information handling

Interpersonal communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's degree (related field)

Bachelor's degree (related field)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

University of Tennessee Senior Financial Associate coordinates a broad range of financial, HR, and administrative tasks to support daily departmental operations in Knoxville. The role ensures compliance with university policies while aiding faculty, staff, and students.

The position validates transactions, supports payroll and HR processes, and provides data analysis related to financial and HR activities. It collaborates with OSP and FMC for pre-/post-award work and manages reporting and