Temporary Employee - Financial Specialist

Position Introduction:

Join the Shared Business Services Center as a Temporary Financial Specialist!

Are you looking for an opportunity to expand your financial and business operations experience while working with a collaborative, high-performing team? The Shared Business Services Center (SBSC) is seeking a Temporary Financial Specialist to support accounts payable and financial processing activities across the University of Oklahoma.

This is a full-time, temporary position anticipated to last approximately six months, working Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on campus. Whether you're looking to broaden your skillset, gain valuable University experience, or explore future opportunities within finance and business operations, this role offers meaningful work that directly supports OU's mission.

At SBSC, we are committed to delivering outstanding service to our campus partners while fostering a culture built on:

• Excellent Customer Service
• Effective Communication
• Efficient Operations
• Flexibility and Innovation
• Integrity and Transparency

Why Join SBSC?

At SBSC, you'll be part of a team known for its collaborative culture, commitment to continuous improvement, and dedication to helping others succeed. This position offers the opportunity to:

• Build valuable experience in financial operations and compliance.
• Strengthen your analytical, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
• Learn University financial processes and systems.
• Partner with departments across campus and make a meaningful impact.
• Work alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about service and operational excellence.
• Gain experience that can support future career growth in finance, accounting, procurement, business operations, and higher education administration.

What You'll Do

As a Temporary Financial Specialist, you'll play an important role in supporting the University's financial operations by ensuring invoices, payments, and related transactions are processed accurately and efficiently.

Responsibilities include:

• Reviewing and processing supplier invoices and payment requests.
• Researching and resolving invoice discrepancies and payment issues.
• Assisting departments with accounts payable questions and documentation requirements.
• Monitoring payment queues and ensuring transactions are processed within established timelines.
• Processing non-purchase order payments and reimbursements in accordance with University policies.
• Processing student Bursar and travel scholarships.
• Assisting with reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who enjoys working with details, solving problems, and helping others. Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A customer-focused mindset.
• The ability to learn new systems and processes quickly.
• A positive attitude and willingness to collaborate with others.
• If you're looking for an opportunity to contribute to a team that values collaboration, service, and continuous improvement while gaining valuable financial operations experience, we encourage you to apply!

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 18 months of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, finance, business operations, procurement, or a related field.

Department Preferences:

• Experience reconciling financial transactions or purchasing card activity.
• Experience working in a higher education environment.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience using financial systems and Microsoft Excel.