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Purdue University is hiring a Business Assistant for Discovery Park District Centers and Institutes. The role involves managing fiscal processes such as travel arrangements, procurement, purchasing card reconciliation, and serving as the primary contact for travel and procurement inquiries while supporting faculty, staff, students, and business units.

Highlights

Manage travel arrangements, procurement, and general business office operations.
Reconcile departmental purchasing cards and provide purchase support.
Serve as primary contact for travel and procurement inquiries within the department.
Collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and other business units.
High school diploma/GED and 3+ years of relevant experience required.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, internet, and databases; experience with SAP and SuccessFactors is helpful.
Strong problem-solving, organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
Must be self-motivated, able to handle confidential information, and work independently.
Background check required; will not sponsor employment authorization.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and paid time off; position is non-exempt and eligible for overtime.

Business Assistant Full Description

The Business Assistant for Discovery Park District Centers and Institutes will collaborate closely with faculty, staff, students, and other business units to support fiscal management processes. Key responsibilities include assisting with travel arrangements, procurement, and general business office operations. This role is also responsible for managing and reconciling departmental purchasing cards. Serving as the primary point of contact for all travel and procurement inquiries, the Business Assistant will guide and support departmental personnel in navigating these processes. Additionally, the role acts as a liaison between customers and central offices and provides support for special financial tracking needs.

This position is fully remote.

At Purdue, we believe that the success of every employee – every member of our Boilermaker community – is built on six pillars: Integrity, Respect, Honor, Inclusion, Innovation and Growth.

What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience
Qualified candidates will need:

High school diploma/GED
3+ years of account clerk, bookkeeping, business office or related experience
Must have experience in providing a high level of customer service

Skills needed:

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues, analyze information, and implement effective solutions
Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to take initiative, assume responsibility, uphold quality standards, and handle confidential information with discretion
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail
Skilled at building and maintaining positive working relationships across a diverse workforce and at all organizational levels
Highly adaptable and flexible in dynamic work environments; able to work independently with minimal supervision
Proficient in analyzing, interpreting, and applying policies and procedures
Technically proficient with personal computers and related software, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, internet, and databases
Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn and adapt to evolving technologies
Strong oral and written communication skills, with the analytical ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Able to prioritize tasks effectively, stay organized, and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously

What is helpful:

Two years of University business office experience
SAP, SuccessFactors, MS Office skills/experience with emphasis on Excel

Additional Information:

Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Non-exempt (Eligible For Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan
Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
Purdue University is an EOE employer

Career Stream

Administrative and Operational Support 2
Pay Band S040
Job Code 20002334

Original Job Description

This position is fully remote.

At Purdue, we believe that the success of every employee – every member of our Boilermaker community – is built on six pillars: Integrity, Respect, Honor, Inclusion, Innovation and Growth.

What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience
Qualified candidates will need:

High school diploma/GED
3+ years of account clerk, bookkeeping, business office or related experience
Must have experience in providing a high level of customer service

Skills needed:

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues, analyze information, and implement effective solutions
Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to take initiative, assume responsibility, uphold quality standards, and handle confidential information with discretion
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail
Skilled at building and maintaining positive working relationships across a diverse workforce and at all organizational levels
Highly adaptable and flexible in dynamic work environments; able to work independently with minimal supervision
Proficient in analyzing, interpreting, and applying policies and procedures
Technically proficient with personal computers and related software, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, internet, and databases
Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn and adapt to evolving technologies
Strong oral and written communication skills, with the analytical ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Able to prioritize tasks effectively, stay organized, and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously

What is helpful:

Two years of University business office experience
SAP, SuccessFactors, MS Office skills/experience with emphasis on Excel

Additional Information:

Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Non-exempt (Eligible For Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan
Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
Purdue University is an EOE employer

Career Stream

Administrative and Operational Support 2
Pay Band S040
Job Code 20002334

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