Finance Assistant (Temp) at InsideHigherEd

Finance Assistant (Temp)

Health Policy Center

Georgia State University

The Georgia Health Policy Center (GHPC), established in 1995, integrates research, policy, and programs to advance health and well-being. The center conducts, analyzes and disseminates qualitative and quantitative findings to connect decision makers with the objective research and guidance needed to make informed decisions about health policy and programs. Today the center is at work in more than 220 communities in all 50 states, helping our nation to improve health status. In 2017, the GHPC added a global portfolio, including work in Nigeria, Sudan, and Ireland.

The Georgia Health Policy Center at Georgia State University is seeking to hire a Finance Assistant (Temp).

WHAT MAKES GSU A GREAT PLACE?

• Flexible work environment. 

• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.

• Professional development opportunity and mentorship.

• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.

WHAT WILL YOU DO:

This position will provide administrative support to the Health Policy Center.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Maintains financial records including programmatic expenditures.

• May provide analysis of financial spending to forecast program needs.

• Reviews of vendor and contractor invoices for appropriate documentation.

• Processes vendor, contractor and subcontractor payments.

• Follows internal approval protocols for service provider agreements, sub-awards and initiates purchase orders upon completion/execution.

• Tracks and documents account expenditures.

• Provides monthly cumulative revenue and expense reports (drilldown reports).

• Manage cost transfers and support award modifications (budget realignments).

• Troubleshoot finance-related issues within sponsored awards.

• Ensures all forms and other requirements are accurately completed for funder invoicing (programmatic and expenditure reporting).

• Manages project closeout activities.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two years of administrative experience; or a combination of education and experience.

Essential Skills and Abilities To Make You Shine:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to manage, prioritize, and coordinate multiple tasks.

• Knowledge of University policies and procedures.

• Knowledge of pertinent software packages, OneUSG, Spectrum, and Panthermart.

• Knowledge of business and financial management practices.

• Knowledge of Sponsored Proposals and Awards administration.

• Effective time management and organizational skills.

• Computer proficiency, including the ability to use Microsoft Office.