APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
- CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
- CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
- If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The Eberly College of Science finance office at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented
Financial Associate (Intermediate Support) to join our team. The primary focus of this position will be to support the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology (BMB) alongside other departments as needed, ensuring the smooth operation of financial functions and maintaining our commitment to excellent customer service. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Assist and assure the timely reconciliation of pcard transactions.
- Process travel reimbursements in SAP Concur for employees and visitors, adhering to University policies and procedures as well as funding source spending guidelines.
- Process purchase orders in ShopOnLion and various punch out catalogs. Monitor good confirmation and manage procurement invoices, ensuring accurate and timely financial operations.
Education and Experience:
This position typically requires a High School Diploma or higher plus 3 years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
The successful candidate will have:
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent customer service skills with a focus on providing supportive and responsive service to departments.
- A team player with a commitment to creating a positive and efficient working environment.
- Knowledge of SAP Concur, ShopOnLion, and other financial systems is highly desirable.
Additional Information:
For full consideration, applicants must include a cover letter and resume with their application.
This position offers a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on-campus work. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.
This position will require successful completion of standard background checks.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
The pay range for this position, including all possible grades is:
$38,300.00 - $55,500.00
Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster
PA State Labor Law Poster
Affirmative Action
Penn State Policies
Copyright Information
Hotlines
University Park, PA
