Finance Operations Coordinator
Description
Position Job Title: Finance Operations Coordinator
Location: New Westminster , BC
Reports To: Manager, Campus Finance Operations
Job Type: Full-time Salaried
Work Type: On-site
Salary Range: 55K - 60K
Preference: Working knowledge of SPAR and Mycampus, Strong understanding of excel
The purpose of the Finance Operations Coordinator position is to coordinate all campus finance
functions to ensure timely processing of all requests/tasks and to guarantee all internal and
external policy requirements are being adhered to. The Finance Operations Coordinator is
responsible for providing assistance, advice and guidance to Campus Financial Administrators
on maintaining proper campus practices.
Under supervision, the Finance Operations Coordinator runs reports on a monthly, quarterly and
yearly basis and provides summary reports of all aspects of the company’s financial and
operational capacities as needed.
Specific Responsibilities
The Finance Operations Coordinator will at various times be responsible for:
- Primary contact for troubleshooting issues and communicating finance policy and
procedures - Monitoring business related financial transactions to ensure timely and accurate postings
and recordkeeping - Providing customer service and answering campus inquiries in a timely fashion
- Ensure campus finance related IT tickets are completed within timely manner
- Providing on-going support and coaching to campus finance teams
- Assisting Refunds Payable: Monthly reporting of scholarships, agent commission, bonus referral
- Monitoring and ensuring refunds are completed on a timely matter
Monthly Reporting:
- Running reports relating to financial records and operational records on a monthly,
quarterly and annual basis. These will include but not be limited to month end reports, revenue flash reports, mycampus pre-close and final P&Ls, population reports, operational reports
Keeping the company’s numerous KPI files up to date on a monthly basis
- Reporting on the above reports on an as-needed basis
- Providing reports necessary for monthly and quarterly variance reports. Coordinating
with the campuses to ensure that all information is compiled at campus support in time
for monthly meetings.
Perform other related duties or ad hoc projects, as required:
- Performing routine clerical duties in various administrative functions
Assisting with special projects when required - Performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Position Requirements
Competencies:
To be successful in the Finance Operations Coordinator position, individuals must be committed
to developing, maintaining and demonstrating the following:
- Thorough understanding of accounting principles and practices
- Strong knowledge of MS Excel
- Strong computer keyboarding/number entry skills
- Positive attitude with a pleasant demeanor and customer service approach
- Excellent organizational skills with ability to multi-task
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
- Good judgment and ability to prioritize assignments
- Excellent communication skills - written & oral
- Ability to stay focused and work under pressure
- Ability to complete work in a timely manner with accuracy and attention to detail
- Understanding of the programs and services provided by the College
- Ability to exhibit a professional attitude and image with a commitment to quality service
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills; ability to effectively
communicate and interact with all individuals with integrity, empathy and sincerity
Education and Experience:
- 2 years post-secondary education; Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with
courses in Finance and Accounting preferred - Basic training in office practices
- Two years’ office experience in a service oriented, fast paced environment
- Minimum one year of experience in accounting/finance area