Finance Coordinator

Position Announcement

Position Details

Proposed Start Date

12 / 01 / 2025

Classification Title

Accountant 1

Working Title

Finance Coordinator

Department

250001 - SBA Deans Office

Position Number

D90585

Representation

OP - SEIU / OPEU Local 503

Position FTE

1.0

End date, if applicable

Position Summary

Brief Description of PSU / School / Dept

The School of Business at Portland State University is a leader in inclusive, forward-thinking business education. Our programs combine impactful research, community partnerships, and real-world learning led by globally recognized faculty and deep connections to Portland's business ecosystem.

Our vision is clear : to "redefine business and transform lives." This is supported by our mission : "to create positive social, ecological, and economic impact through inclusive, transformative learning, and meaningful research.

Position Summary

The SB Dean's Office oversees all school programs, centers, operations, and finances, including an annual operating budget of $24.3 million from Education & General funds and substantial donor contributions. The Finance Coordinator position is a 12-month classified appointment reporting directly to the Senior Fiscal Officer (SFO).

This role, in collaboration with the SFO, assists in managing the School of Business's financial transactions, reporting, and related administrative functions. Key responsibilities include processing and tracking purchase orders, invoices, contracts, reimbursements, travel requests, and vendor payments; serving as P-card custodian / business manager; and ensuring compliance with university and foundation policies. The position also analyzes financial data, prepares reports, monitors budgets, and maintains accurate account records. Additionally, it supports contract administration and HR functions such as preparing offer letters, creating job postings, and providing new hire paperwork and instructions to all SB new hires. Other duties include staying up to date on relevant policies and procedures and assisting with special projects to support the school's evolving needs. As university and school policies and procedures continue to evolve, the role's responsibilities may also change. Flexibility and adaptability are essential.

Minimum Qualifications from Classification

• Bachelor's degree with CPA or PA certificate; OR
• Bachelor's degree with 30 quarter (20 semester) hours of college-level Accounting, OR
• 30 quarter (20 semester) hours of Accounting courses AND three years of Accounting experience.Accounting experience must include at least 3 of the following :
• Preparing transactions to be recorded in records of original entry;
• Preparing journal entries, posting from journals to general ledger, or preparing original general ledger entries;
• Summarizing data from a ledger to a trial balance;
• Closing accounts at the end of an accounting period;
• Applying PC spreadsheet, database, and word processing software;
• Processing data using a computer.

Additional Minimum Qualifications for this Position

Preferred Qualifications

Key Cultural Competencies

Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.

Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.

Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.

Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Environmental Stewardship

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.

Work Days / Hours

Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm, In Person

Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement

The starting hourly rate for this position will be between $24.27 and $27.92. When annualized over 12 months, this equates to a salary range of approximately $50,482 to $58,074. The starting hourly rate may be negotiable above this range, however it will be dependent upon the knowledge, experience, skills and abilities of the chosen candidate, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR. PSU's excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities.

Application Instructions

Additional Information

Please include the names, email addresses, and phone numbers of two professional references in your resume.

Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)

Background Check Required

Yes

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