Sr. Financial Assistant ($28 - $33/hr)

ProPivotal

Cambridge (MA)

Hybrid

USD 39,000 - 45,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

ProPivotal in Cambridge, MA is hiring a Sr. Financial Assistant for a full-time, temp-to-perm opportunity. The role supports day-to-day finance operations in a university setting, with a hybrid schedule.

You will process invoices, maintain financial records, prepare spreadsheets and reports, and coordinate with vendors. Bachelor\'s degree and 2+ years in finance support required; strong Excel and financial systems experience preferred.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • At least two years of experience in finance support, accounting, or a related administrative role.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with financial systems.
  • Ideal candidates would have prior professional experience within an accounting or finance department in a college/university setting.

Responsibilities

  • Provide daily financial and administrative support to the finance department.
  • Process invoices, track expenses, and maintain accurate financial records.
  • Prepare and update spreadsheets, reports, and financial documentation.
  • Communicate with internal teams and external vendors to investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies.
  • Organize financial data and ensure records are complete, accurate, and up to date.
  • Support efficient workflows and help maintain accuracy across financial operations.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We're hiring a Sr.Financial Assistant for a full-time, temp-to-perm opportunity in Cambridge, MA, paying $28-$33 per hour. With a hybrid schedule that includes three days onsite per week, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to day-to-day finance operations while working toward a potential permanent position. This role is in the finance department at a prominent University and is a great opportunity for candidates with prior accounting or finance exposure within a higher education setting.

Location: Cambridge, MA

Pay Rate: $28-$33 per hour, based on experience

Employment Type: Full-Time, Temp-to-Perm

Work Arrangement: Hybrid, with three days onsite per week

Responsibilities
  • Provide daily financial and administrative support to the finance department.
  • Process invoices, track expenses, and maintain accurate financial records.
  • Prepare and update spreadsheets, reports, and financial documentation.
  • Communicate with internal teams and external vendors to investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies.
  • Organize financial data and ensure records are complete, accurate, and up to date.
  • Support efficient workflows and help maintain accuracy across financial operations.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • At least two years of experience in finance support, accounting, or a related administrative role.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with financial systems.
  • Ideal candidates would have prior professional experience within an accounting or finance department in a college/university setting
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