University of Oklahoma · 22 hours ago
Lead Admin Financial Coordinator
United States-Oklahoma-Norman
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expThe University of Oklahoma is seeking a Lead Admin Financial Coordinator to join the Advanced Radar Research Center. This role is responsible for providing administrative and financial management, including tracking and processing financial transactions and supporting financial reporting for key stakeholders.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Provides financial support by performing accounting, financial analysis, and payroll
Performs data analysis and prepares reports
Maintains budget and grant administration, account reconciliation, Pcard management, OU Foundation funds, and other financial support
Oversees administrative processes to ensure effective financial management and reporting
Assists with the development, implementation, and interpretation of policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with federal, state and university policies and regulations
Coordinates financial transactions for departmental accounts such as purchases, travel, policies and procedures, billing, invoices, reimbursements, and other departmental support
Oversees records maintenance (inventory, personnel, office files, etc.)
Manages approval process for payroll, leave accounting/reporting, and other financial matters
Assists with developing, implementing, and interpreting policies and procedures
Participates in special projects or assignments requiring initiative, independent action and specialized knowledge or expertise
Coordinate and maintain annual department budgets, including tracking and managing budget forecasts (pre-encumbrances, payroll appointments, course buyouts, etc.), and developing and initiating allocation plans in collaboration with faculty and leadership
Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Management, or other related field
48 months experience of office management, financial management or related experience
Basic math skills
Advanced computer skills with wide knowledge of business software
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information
Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines
Knowledge of standard bookkeeping and accounting practices
Must have proficient professional writing skills for drafting correspondence, summaries, and other required reports
Experience supporting multiple financial accounts
Preferred
Knowledge of research experience in Higher Education
24 months of experience with financial management / accounting in a higher education environment
Previous OU experience, particularly in the budget, accounts payable & purchasing or payroll
Experience with PeopleSoft and SharePoint
Company
University of Oklahoma
The University of Oklahoma is a public research university that provides variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in multiple fields.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (106)
2024 (96)
2023 (83)
2022 (104)
2021 (87)
2020 (68)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$35.4MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyUS Department of Commerce, Economic Development AdministationAir Force Research Laboratory
2024-03-13Grant· $3.1M
2023-11-09Grant· $1.9M
2023-04-05Grant· $8.7M
Leadership Team
Mark Yeary
Co-Founder, Advanced Radar Research Center (ARRC)
Marcus Bowman
Deputy Athletic Director, CFO & Business Strategy
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