Penn State College of Education
10,000+ employees
Founded 1863
📚 Education
Education
Penn State College of Education is a dedicated academic institution within Pennsylvania State University, focusing on providing future educators with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in various educational environments. The college is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, offering a wide array of programs and resources designed to support both students and employees. With initiatives such as tuition discounts, comprehensive benefits, professional development, and support for mental, emotional, and physical well-being, Penn State College of Education focuses on fostering an optimal environment for educational and career growth.
Financial Specialist – Controller's Office
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Penn State College of Education
10,000+ employees
Founded 1863
📚 Education
Education
Penn State College of Education is a dedicated academic institution within Pennsylvania State University, focusing on providing future educators with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in various educational environments. The college is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, offering a wide array of programs and resources designed to support both students and employees. With initiatives such as tuition discounts, comprehensive benefits, professional development, and support for mental, emotional, and physical well-being, Penn State College of Education focuses on fostering an optimal environment for educational and career growth.
📋 Description
• Support the Vice Dean of Research and Graduate Studies business area by providing strategic oversight of budget, fiscal, operational, and compliance-related financial activities • Oversee financial operations associated with approximately $31M in annual operating expenditures across 12 departments • Prepare executive-level financial reports, dashboards, presentations, and operational analyses for leadership • Maintain financial controls, operational procedures, and reporting structures to support compliance and efficient operations • Review and approve financial transactions, journal vouchers, correcting entries, and business expenses as appropriate • Support audit, compliance, and year-end financial activities across the business area
🎯 Requirements
• Bachelor's Degree • 8+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted • Strong financial management and analytical skills • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and manage sensitive financial information with professionalism and integrity
🏖️ Benefits
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage • Robust retirement plans • Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time • Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children
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