Finance Operations Coordinator

University of Texas at Dallas

Richardson, TX

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Administrative Management, Budget Reporting, Budgeting, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Science, Cost Control, Documentation, Finance, Financial Management, Financial Operations, Financial Projections, Financial Regulations, Hotel Reservation, Maintain Compliance, Organizational Skills, People Management, Physical Demands, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Reconciliation, Regulatory Compliance, Reimbursement, Research Administration, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Training/Teaching, Travel Planning, University/School Policies, Willing to Travel, Work From Home
LOCATION
Richardson, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago

Posting Details

Posting Details Posting Number: S06787P Position Title: Finance Operations Coordinator Functional Title: Finance Operations Coordinator Department: Computer Science Salary Range: $47,500 Pay Basis: Monthly Position Status: Regular full-time Location: Richardson Position End Date: if temporary Posting Open Date: 01292026 Posting Close Date: Open Until Filled Desired Start Date: 02232026

Job Summary

Provide budgeting, finance, and procurement support for a medium to large complex department within the School of Engineering and Computer Science. Minimum Education and Experience: Bachelors degree and four years of general office accounting or business-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Education and Experience: Other Qualifications. To the extent this position requires the holder to research work on or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.0012 of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Works closely with department faculty and staff to provide financial and research management and administration for the department finances, financial processes, and records to meet the departments day-to-day financial operations goals. • Assist in ensuring that compliance with all regulations, policies, and university requirements are met to secure the departments long-term financial viability and stability. • Assist faculty with managing the financial aspect of sponsored research accounts by providing guidance regarding agency program-specific policies and university rules for spending, budgeting, reporting, and financial closing at the end of project performance periods. • Monthly review and reconciliation of all transactions, including expenses, revenue, and fund equity or cash posted to cost centers for managements approval to ensure all transactions are correct. • Make the necessary correction to expenses posted in error within the period allowed, then work with the owners of the source document to ensure the posting error is discontinued. • Meet with faculty and other cost center managers to discuss the current state of spending on their accounts and projected expenses to avoid over or under-spending based on the annual or project budget available for the period. • Oversee the day-to-day purchase requests for sponsored projects and the departments needs by obtaining the necessary quotes and preparing purchase requisitions and vouchers or using purchasing cards. • As required, prepare university work orders and contracts with outside vendors for services or work needed for sponsored projects, classrooms, labs, or offices within the department. • Keep abreast of University, State, and Federal purchasing and financial regulations and maintain communication with the Universitys financial and purchasing departments to ensure that duties in this area are performed correctly and in keeping with all applicable rules. • Make travel arrangements, such as booking airline tickets, making hotel reservations, securing the necessary travel documentation and authorizations, and processing direct pay or reimbursement for travel expenses that are allowable and necessary under the applicable sponsored project and university guidelines. • Maintain departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) which incorporate the University policies and procedures for conducting the day-to-day duties in the current position. • Remains competent and current by attending professional development courses, software training classes, and courses, and/or training sessions as directed by the supervisor or required by the University.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Physical Activities Working Conditions Additional Information

Remote notice After the probationary period, this role may be eligible for a hybrid partly remote-partly in-office work schedule subject to business need and manager approval. May be required to use personal computer and other standard office equipment. Must be located within the DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required within 14 days after approval.

What We Can Offer

UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package, effective as of your hire date, includes:

• Competitive Salary • Tuition Benefits • Internal Training • BCBS PPO Medical insurance - 100 paid for full-time employees • PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan - PPO plans include ortho benefits • Vision Insurance • Long and short-term disability • TRS Retirement Plan - defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement • Voluntary Retirement Plan Options - additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans • DentalVisionAD&D • Paid time off • Paid Holidays • Paid Winter Break • Fertility Benefits • Remote Work Options - approved by department

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program. Visit http://shr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits for more information.

If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits, look no further. Join our team.

Special Instructions

Summary Important Message 1: All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others, and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. 2: The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational living and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.

Applicant Documents

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About the Company

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