Finance Generalist

The University of Virginia's Division of Student Affairs works for and alongside students to create the distinctive student experience for which UVA is known. The Division’s mission is to promote the intellectual, cultural, personal, and social development of students while enhancing their physical and psychological well-being. The Division is hiring a Finance Generalist and is seeking motivated and creative initiative takers to join the Division’s Finance team.

The Student Affairs Finance office is responsible for many finance functions in Student Affairs, including processing student organization funding, processing student award programs, and planning and managing the division's budgets. The team strives to provide financial information in order to help the division best support students and the community. The Generalist will specialize in financial transactions, reconciliations, budget tracking, expense approval, and monthly financial reporting. Finance Generalists are responsible for a variety of professional level work across various financial disciplines. They possess a solid financial background either gained through work experience or education, which allows them to assume a wide range of duties across multiple areas, including accounting, budget, payroll, financial aid, financial analysis, purchasing, or treasury. Finance Generalists work on behalf of a program, function, or department, independently executing a range of financial responsibilities, based on the organization's needs.

This position Is located In Charlottesville, VA. A hybrid work schedule is available after a probationary training period and is based on experience and performance, always subject to daily business needs.

Work done in support of Finance Team

• Works closely with Finance Team to plan, monitor, and submit budgets and takes part in budget discussions with Division colleagues.
• Collects benchmarking data of peer institutions and ensures that all budget related documentation is kept electronically.
• Assists Finance team colleagues as needed on Student Affairs data projects. Data is foundational to the work the division does and enables us to look at a subject from many different angles. Think and act with a data mindset.
• The position is responsible for other special projects and duties as assigned by senior leadership.
• Expert in Workday Financial, and Adaptive processes and policies; advise on and implement account hierarchy, business processes, controls, budget projections models, and reporting; educate others on these processes and reports.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree.
Experience: At least two years of experience. Equivalent experience accepted in lieu of degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong work ethic with an appreciation for deadlines.
• Resourceful and collaborative: able to communicate with key stakeholders.
• Ability to build trust with colleagues.
• Ability to independently research topics pertaining to operational area.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Accurately complete tasks based on verbal and/or written instructions.
• Inquisitive approach to data.
• Strong commitment to the Student Affairs core values of academic rigor, honor, student self-governance, public service, diversity and multiculturalism, and health and wellness.
• Confident in learning new finance software/programs/processes as the University transitions.
• Proficient in Excel and confident with databases/reporting tools.
• Efficient in the processing of financial transactions.
• Experience with financial reconciliations.

To Apply

The position is open until filled, but to assure full consideration, candidates are encouraged to have complete applications submitted by June 15, 2025. Please apply through the UVA job board and submit requested application materials including a letter of interest or cover letter; resume or curriculum vitae; and the names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least three professional references. All applications, nominations, and inquiries will remain confidential. The anticipated hiring range for this position is $60,000 to $70,000 and is commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is an exempt-level position with UVa benefits . Employees’ benefits package highlights include:

• 22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off
• Parental and Community Service Leave
• Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs available immediately
• Competitive retirement benefits
• Tuition and professional development benefits after six months of employment
• Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year.

The successful candidate will pass a criminal background check. This position will not sponsor cases for immigration. For information r egarding the position or the application process, please contact Michele Jarman , Academic Recruiter.

Physical Demands

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

About Charlottesville and UVA

Consider working on the beautiful Grounds of the historic University of Virginia. Located in the thriving and growing city of Charlottesville, Virginia, UVA is a world class institution with nationally ranked schools and programs, distinguished faculty, a major academic medical center and proud history as a renowned research university. Charlottesville is nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains on the edge of Shenandoah National Park, while also being just 2.5 hours to Washington, DC and 3 hours to the ocean. Charlottesville is home to a seemingly endless array of attractions, schools, and business to keep you and your family entertained, educated, and well fed for years to come. Learn more here about all CVille has to offer. For more information about the University of Virginia and the Office of the Vice President and Chief Student Affairs Officer please click here .

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.