The core mission of the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at Indiana University in Bloomington is to unlock the mysteries of the human brain and behavior, and to prepare students to apply that knowledge to improve the lives of people around the globe. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as core strengths and essential elements of research, teaching, and service; and we are committed to broadening interactions among students, faculty, and staff that allow us to learn from our differences and to reexamine deeply held assumptions about ourselves and the world. As a part of the College of Arts and Sciences (The College), we are a highly multidisciplinary department, with faculty and students carrying out research ranging from molecular neuroscience to artificial intelligence. We currently have over 70 full-time faculty, more than 30 department-serving staff members, 100 graduate students, 1800 undergraduate majors, 750 undergraduate minors, and offer 9 different undergraduate credentials, including a BS / BA in Psychology, a BS in Neuroscience, a BS in Clinical Psychological Science, and certificate in Neuroscience.
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Job Summary
Under moderate supervision, performs financial and administrative tasks related to processing financial or other administrative records.
Processes documents into the university's central information systems (Travel, KFS, HRMS, etc.) and verifies that information is correct. Investigates and resolves discrepancies in financial documents.
Maintains records of financial transactions, compiles data, and prepares reports.
Verifies accuracy of adjustments to payroll including supplements and garnishments. Audits, coordinates, and processes payroll; verifies accuracy of payroll information.
Confirms available accounts and ensures timely payments are made to payees.
Responds to inquiries regarding financial and/or personnel policies and procedures.
Serves as a liaison to department and/or other university divisions.
May provide guidance to lower-level employees on their day-to-day work.
Responsibilities may include but not limited to: procurement, travel, and monthly financial reporting.
Qualifications
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)
Preferred
Associate's degree
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
2 years of relevant experience
SKILLS
Required
Proficient communication skills
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
Highly thorough and dependable
General knowledge or demonstrated ability to learn basic functionality of IU systems (KFS, HRMS, SIS)
Experience in managing and documenting workflows, processes, and/or data entry
Basic understanding of technology
Ability to use standard office equipment such as phone, fax, scanner, etc
Proficiency in computer systems, including standard Office software
Basic accounting and financial skills; ability to reconcile accounts
Prior demonstrated ability to apply concepts and policies to daily work functions
Good oral and written communication skills
Ability to clearly present material and make it accessible to a specific audience
Working Conditions / Demands
This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Work Location
Bloomington, Indiana
Advertised Salary
$18.75 - $19.72 per hour (Approximately $39,000 - $41,000 annually)
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Multiple plan options for medical insurance
Dental insurance
Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
Additional supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition benefit for IU classes
10 paid holidays per year
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Intermediate
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Finance
Job Family: Financial Administration
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This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
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