Job Details

Financial Specialist-College of Nursing- UTK

Position Number: 6109491
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Position Type: Business and Financial Management

Financial Specialist-College of Nursing- UTK
Knoxville, TN, United States

Job Identification: 1949
Job Category: Financial
Posting Date: 03/26/2025
Job Schedule: Full Time
Locations: 1412 Circle Drive, Knoxville, TN, 37996, US (On-site)

Job Description
Reporting to the Budget Director, the primary responsibilities include accounts payable, travel, asset management, compliance and training. This position coordinates and performs complex daily activities and operations of the finance and administration office in the College of Nursing. With access to sensitive information, the selected candidate must have the utmost discretion and confidentiality of materials and data. In addition, must be able to work independently and complete tasks accurately and on time.

Responsibilities
Accounting and Finance

Invoices: posts/enters payment invoices for the College

Transfer Vouchers: complete internal and external transfer vouchers

Maintain, request and updated Vendor Files

Process Petty Cash reimbursement requests

Ledger Reconciliation for College Fund Centers

Receive checks for deposit

Submit purchase order requests according to UTK Policy

Create asset tags for Finance & Administration items

Compliance

Pcard Reviewer: review pcard statements and backup for policy compliance and reconcile monthly.

Provide guidance to staff/faculty regarding fiscal policy, travel, petty cash, etc.

Supply documentation, information & reports for Finance & Administration Office as needed

Travel

DASH travel subject matter expert: trains and advises uses on the new CONCUR travel system

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma with 6+ years accounting experience (or equivalent combination of related education and experience, two years of experience equates to one year of post-high school education.)

Advanced skill level in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with the University of Tennessee policies and procedures
SAP or DASH experience
Database management and analysis

Skills and Abilities:

Strong organization skills

Ability to maintain confidential information

Professional decision making and problem-solving skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and work assignments

Ability to accomplish projects with no little supervision

Work Location: Knoxville, TN - onsite

Compensation and Benefits:

UT market range: MR05
Anticipated hiring range: $42,000 - $45,000
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Application Instructions

For best consideration applicants should submit a cover letter and resume before March 31, 2025

About Us
With over 225 years dedicated to education and research, and as one of the 100 largest employers in Tennessee, there is endless potential to discover at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. This advanced academic center comprises 17 degree-granting colleges and schools, 900+ programs of study, 547 graduate programs, and is home to over 7,500 employees statewide who support the continued growth of the state's flagship land-grant university. The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture, Anthropological Research Facility, Space Institute, and the UT Institute of Public Service are acclaimed entities of the UT system and with nearby affiliate, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Rocky Top is a university on the rise. UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset and with values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovative leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices that attract and retain a diverse community and that support a culture where everyone matters and belongs. Apply today and join the Vol Family for life!
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