Princeton University
Position Summary: The Princeton University Library, one of the world's most respected research institutions, serves a diverse community of 7,200 students and 1,100 faculty members, with more than 6 million printed volumes, 5 million manuscripts, and 2 million non-print items. The holdings in its central library and 15 specialized libraries range from ancient papyri and incunabula to the most advanced electronic databases and digital collections. The Library employs a dedicated and knowledgeable staff of more than 300 professional and support personnel, complemented by a large student and hourly workforce. More information can be found at the Library's Web site: http://libweb.princeton.edu/ Available: Immediately Major Responsibilities:The Library Financial Analyst is charged with assisting in overseeing the financial operations of the Library. Principal duties include: Reviewing and verifying all monthly financial statements to confirm transactions were posted as processed and resolve mistakes when identified. Preparing financial analysis reports. Assists with collection, oversight and reporting of annual statistics. Maintain existing, and create new spreadsheet, database and web applications as needed to improve financial administration efficiencies. Assist with year-end closing activities. Make recommendations to improve financial systems; perform in-house audits of operating units; analyze deficiencies and report to Fiscal Officer. Assist in formulating and refining short and long-term financial goals and budgeting. Assist with preparation of grant proposals and applications to include compilation of data and preparation of budget expenditures; monitor and verify expenditures; ensure compliance with University and sponsoring agency policies and procedures; prepare administrative reports. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise student workers Fiscal Responsibilities: No signature authority for purchase orders Contacts Required Daily: Firestone Administration Office University Library Staff University departments and offices Non-University organizations and individuals Sometimes: Alumni Rarely: Faculty Students Compensation and Benefits: Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience and accomplishments. Twenty-four (24) vacation days a year, plus eleven (11) paid holidays. Annuity program (TIAA-CREF/Vanguard), group life insurance, health coverage insurance, disability insurance, and other benefits are available. Rank: This is an Administrative position, grade ADM 04, 100% duty time. Nominations and Applications: Review of applications will begin immediately. Nominations and applications (cover letter, resume and the names, titles, addresses and phone numbers of three references) will be accepted only from the Jobs at Princeton website: http://www.princeton.edu/jobs Application Deadline Date: April 11, 2010
Essential Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills for the Position Required: Undergraduate degree in finance, accounting or related discipline. A minimum of 2 years experience in accounting, finance or fiscal management, preferably in higher education. Working knowledge of electronic spreadsheets and relational databases required, Excel and Access preferred.
Preferred Qualifications: Preferred: Experience working with PeopleSoft.
Education Required: Other-see essential qualifications
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