Financial Services Assistant

Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace

With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ-along with a Worldwide network spanning roughly 120 global locations-Embry-Riddle proudly stands as the world's largest aviation and aerospace university. Now celebrating our 100th year, we continue to lead innovation in STEM education, serving more than 30,000 students worldwide. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space prepare the next generation of leaders shaping the future of flight and beyond.

The Opportunity

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is seeking a detail-oriented and service-focused Financial Services Assistant to support the financial operations of over 250 Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) within the Student Engagement & Student Union department on the Daytona Beach campus. This role serves as the primary liaison for student organization financial processes, ensuring compliance with university policies while providing exceptional customer service in a fast-paced, student-centered environment. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, financially savvy, and comfortable working collaboratively with students, university departments, and campus leadership.

• Serve as the primary financial contact for over 250 Registered Student Organizations.

• Facilitate and oversee the RSO on-campus banking program.

• Support procurement needs including p-card purchases, reimbursements, check requests, and vendor payments.

• Serve as the primary department corporate card holder for RSO transactions; review, verify, reconcile, and file reports.

• Collaborate with Accounts Payable to resolve reconciling items and ensure compliance.

• Create and maintain Campus Groups RSO forms to meet university accounting requirements.

• Process and track RSO financial transactions in the Campus Groups finance system.

• Perform monthly reconciliation of all RSO agency accounts.

• Support stewardship and proper use of restricted and donor funds in partnership with the Dean of Students, Finance Manager, and Advancement.

• Provide financial training and guidance to RSO officers, including Treasurer and Officer trainings.

• Assist with SGA funding processes and fundraising guidance.

• Facilitate closure of off-campus bank accounts as needed.

• Execute year-end closing and opening procedures for RSO accounts.

General Office & Event Support

• Provide financial and operational support for major campus events such as Blue & Gold Week, Homecoming, and Orientation.

• Assist with RSO travel coordination and SGA/SESU transactions as needed.

• Collaborate with the Student Engagement & Student Union team on large-scale programming initiatives.

• Serve as essential personnel during campus emergencies as designated.

Compensation

The hourly pay rate for this position isup to $19.89.The final offer will consider the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience, along with applicable state regulations, internal equity, and business needs.

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!

• Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health-because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you!

• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.

• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.

• Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.

Required Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree orHigh school diploma/GED with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience.

Required Experience

• 1-3 years of work-related experience in finance, accounting, bookkeeping, or administrative support.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience with bookkeeping, accounting systems, and budget ledgers.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to quickly learn new systems.

• Strong customer service and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to reconcile discrepancies.

• Ability to train and guide student leaders on financial procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in higher education or student affairs.

• Familiarity with Workday or similar enterprise financial systems.

• Experience working with student organizations or agency accounts.

Application process/requirements

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R311009. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:

• Cover letter

• Full Resume

• Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)

Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions - including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment - based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website.

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