Financial Coordinator

Job Description:

The Financial Coordinator serves as the first point of contact for the department’s financial transactions. In collaboration with the Associate Director for Finance and Operations, the Financial Coordinator manages all manner of transactions and reports related to the department’s University accounts, Brown Alumni Association (BAA) accounts and Class and Club agency accounts within the Alumni Relations organization structure, which also includes several gift and endowment accounts. 

The role processes financial transactions primarily performed in Workday, the University’s accounting system of record, and is responsible for maintaining current knowledge of, interpreting, and applying Workday best practices and a broad range of University policies and business processes. The Financial Coordinator will have a strong working knowledge of the department’s Chart of Accounts, budgets, and policies and protocols related to transaction review and approval. The position regularly reviews, analyzes, and reconciles transactions and accounts with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

This position Coordinator also assists the Associate Director for Finance and Operations in providing regular financial reporting to staff, including creating ad-hoc reports to meet departmental needs. The Coordinator will support programmatic staff department-wide in handling their financial processes. This position is customer-focused and responsive to requests as they arise, working across the department’s various programmatic teams, interdepartmentally with other offices, and externally with volunteers and suppliers to facilitate proper processing of transactions, clear communication, and collaborative coordination.

Brown University is committed to advancing diversity, inclusion, and equity and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a related field such as financial services, fundraising, higher education, banking, nonprofit or public administration, sales, customer service, etc.

Required Qualifications

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail; demonstrated problem-solving ability.

• Customer service experience with a strong service-minded philosophy.

• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to communicate data and processes effectively in a clear, accessible, and user-friendly manner to individuals with varying levels of financial acumen.

• Strong analytical and organizational skills.

Job Competencies

• Proficiency with financial reporting and analysis applications such as Workday and Excel, including pivot tables, formulas, spreadsheets, and databases. Ability to learn and utilize new technology.

• Customer service experience with a strong service-minded philosophy, positive attitude, and commitment to courtesy and kindness.

• Ability to manage tasks independently, problem-solve, and troubleshoot issues as needed.

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to explain processes patiently and answer questions clearly and thoroughly.

• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced, multi-faceted work environment.

• Ability to work occasional nights and/or weekends, which is typically seasonal and event-related.

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and resume with their application. All offers of employment are contingent upon a completed criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.

Recruiting Start Date:

2025-01-17

Job Posting Title:

Financial Coordinator

Department:

Alumni Relations

Grade:

Grade 8

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Hybrid Eligible

Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:

All positions require demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and other Brown and community stakeholders with diverse perspectives and demonstrated ability to contribute to an inclusive environment.

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact [email protected].

EEO Statement:

Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.

As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.