Finance Administrator (On-Site)

Location : Woodland Hills, CA, In-Person required

Reports To : Executive Director / Chief Operating Officer

Employment Type : Full-Time, Exempt

About the Organization :

Terasaki Institute is a nonprofit academic research institute dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and clinical innovation. We foster interdisciplinary collaboration, uphold the highest standards of research integrity, and translate knowledge into real-world impact.

Position Summary

The Finance Administrator is a hands-on, detail-oriented operational role responsible for supporting the daily financial functions of the Institute. This includes managing routine accounts payable and receivable tasks, processing financial transactions, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring smooth daily workflow within the finance department. The Finance Administrator plays a vital role in keeping the Institute's financial operations running efficiently through consistent, accurate, and proactive day-to-day support.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Coordination & Compliance

• Assist in preparing schedules, documents, and reconciliations for annual financial audits- Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting requirements and federal standards under the direction of Finance leadership
• Support financial reporting required for grant and sponsor compliance
• Maintain organized, audit-ready financial files and support internal control processes

Accounts Payable & Receivable - Daily Operations

Financial Recordkeeping & Transaction Support

Audit Support & Compliance

Collaboration & Communication

Qualifications

Preferred Attributes