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The University of Tennessee Health Science Center · 2 weeks ago

Financial Specialist, Extension Administration: UTIA

Knoxville, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

University of Tennessee Health Science Center is seeking a Financial Specialist to serve as a key financial and administrative leader within Extension Administration. The role will provide expert guidance on financial processes, compliance, and strategic planning, overseeing budget development and ensuring adherence to university policies.

Health CareHigher EducationMedical

Responsibilities

Develop and refine fiscal and administrative procedures for accuracy and consistency

Establish and communicate operational standards; provide training and guidance

Advise leadership and staff on financial policies, compliance, and best practices

Maintain documentation of financial and administrative best practices

Contribute financial insight to strategic planning

Ensure fiscal compliance with UT policies across Extension

Review expenditures; implement corrective actions as needed

Authorize and monitor financial transactions (payroll, p-card, travel, ledgers)

Oversee budgets, track spending, and monitor fund balances

Develop procedures and training to address compliance issues

Manage full financial lifecycle of sponsored projects, ensuring regulatory compliance

Prepare and certify sponsor financial reports; process payment requests

Train and support regional and county staff on project fund management

Administer county billing for 95 counties (~$11M annually); manage invoicing and receivables

Reviews county budgets and related reports in the university’s SUPER (System for University Planning, Evaluation, and Reporting) platform

Oversee personnel tracking, salary reconciliation, and position budgeting

Produce monthly and annual financial reports for leadership

Design and maintain reporting systems; conduct forecasting and analysis

Provide recommendations to optimize resources and ensure compliance

Support special projects and financial initiatives as assigned

Drive transparency, compliance, and operational efficiency to sustain Extension’s mission

Qualification

Financial modelingBudget developmentData analysisMicrosoft Office SuiteFund accounting principlesOracle CloudSpreadsheet proficiencyDatabase proficiencyCAYUSE knowledgeLeadership skillsProblem-solving skillsInterpersonal skillsTime managementCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree

Two or more years of experience working in a business office or business position with accounting, finance, payroll, or human resource activities

Extensive experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to prioritize and manage complex projects in a fast-paced environment maintaining attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent leadership, administrative and problem-solving skills

Ability to research and analyze financial information and make appropriate recommendations and projections

Strong interpersonal, time management, communication and organizational skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Proficient ability with spreadsheets, databases and accounting software

Knowledge of fund accounting principles

Knowledge of CAYUSE

Preferred

Master's Degree

Four or more years of experience at UTIA/UTK or with another similar higher education environment working in a business office or business position with accounting, finance, payroll, or human resource activities

Previous experience as a Business Manager or similar role at UT

Strong knowledge of Oracle Cloud or enterprise resource planning (ERP) software preferred

Knowledge of university fiscal and human resource policies

Benefits

UT market range: MR11

Anticipated hiring range: Starting Salary Based on Education & Experience

Company

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center

Established in 1911, The University of Tennessee Health Science Center aims to improve human health through education, research, clinical care and public service.

Founded in 1911

Memphis, Tennessee, USA

1001-5000 employees