Financial Coordinator

Title: Financial Coordinator

Location: Lower East Side

Org Unit: WCINYP Finance

Work Days:

Weekly Hours: 35.00

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $34.18 - $38.74

*As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC Offices

Position Summary

Under general supervision, provides financial and administrative support to the Department.

Job Responsibilities

• Reviews and reconciles accounts, financial transactions, documentation and/or financial reports. Investigates and corrects discrepancies. Escalates issues as needed.

• Ensures appropriate allocation and use of funds from federal and private grants by reviewing account purpose and expenditure.

• Prepares and analyzes routine and ad-hoc financial reports for any discrepancies. Compiles summaries as needed. Escalates said reports or analysis for review if necessary.

• Responsible for procurement activities related to goods, services, and/or equipment as needed.

• Responsible for disbursement/reimbursement activities as needed.

• Participates in budget development.

• Assists with year-end reconciliation by reviewing transactions and reporting.

• Serves as point person for financial processes within the department. Trains administrative staff on the use of forms, processing requests, etc.

• Provides administrative support as needed, including but not limited to, calendar management, supply management, departmental mailings, etc.

• If applicable, serves as the departmental HR liaison and point of contact for HR processes.

• If applicable, assists in the preparation of faculty and staff compensation and funding.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

• High School Diploma

Experience

BA/BS in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field preferred.

Approximately 2-3 years of related experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to pay close attention to detail.

• Ability to multi-task and self-prioritize work.

• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).

• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office Suite and database applications.

• Ability to exercise standards of professionalism, including appearance, presentation and demeanor.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.

• Ability to make and be accountable for decisions.

• Ability to recommend new procedures and participate in their implementation.

• Must have extensive knowledge of advance MS Excel functions.

Licenses and Certifications

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

Standard office work

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