at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Business/Administrative Associate- College of Medicine Advancement
Business/Administrative Associate- College of Medicine Advancement
Hiring Department: College of Medicine Advancement
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1025662
Posting Close Date: June 7, 2024
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. Hybrid and flexible work schedules are available. UI Health offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
Description:
The Business Administrative Associate works with the Senior Director of Advancement Services to provide essential business and financial support to the advancement office of the College of Medicine. This position manages the purchasing process, reconciles expenses, and ensures compliance with college and university policies. The Associate also assists in basic facility and operation duties to ensure continued administrative support of the advancement team.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Work with staff and vendors to manage the purchasing process, including establishing purchases orders and navigating the contracting process.
Resolve issues related to accounting and record keeping, including researching and responding to vendors to ensure proper payment.
Oversee the regular reconciliation of financial accounts and work with Senior Director in ensuring compliance with departmental budget.
Manages advancement office P-card and T-cards ensuring timely reconciling via expense reports within Chrome River.
Using office T-card, aid in reserving items for fundraising staff such as car service for donors, flights for travel, hotel reservations, and conference related expenses
Serve as department super user in Chrome River and aid staff when questions or problems arise when entering their expenses.
Work with advancement services team to ensure purchasing of office items and mailing/shipping.
Provide back up support for various office administrative tasks such as answering the phone, mail and gift processing, and event support.
Run queries, lists, and various analytical reports as needed.
Assist with additional projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a field related to the position.
Two (2) years of professional business, financial, and/or managerial work experience.
(NOTE: A Master's Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of work experience.)
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to organize, prepare, and maintain records
Experience within business and financial systems
Proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access
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institution/employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services.
