Coordinator, CELS Financial Operations

🇺🇸 Kingston, RI 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $60K - $65K 💻 Finance 🗓️ May 20th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Rhode Island is hiring a Coordinator for CELS Financial Operations. The role involves managing administrative support and budgetary functions for the College of the Environment and Life Sciences, assisting senior leadership with financial and operational tasks related to academic units and Land Grant programs, and preparing state and federal financial and programmatic reports.

Highlights

Manage daily budget operations and compliance for CELS academic units including state, overhead, fee-for-service, and research funds.
Prepare and present financial statements and oversee budget request development.
Monitor grants pre- and post-award and advise faculty and staff on fiscal administration.
Assist in managing federal budgets and submitting federal, state, and internal programmatic reports.
Supervise administrative staff and produce statistical analyses as needed.
Required proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, PeopleSoft, and database applications.
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, public/business administration, or related field.
Minimum of three years' experience in complex administrative support with demonstrated budget management skills.
Strong organizational, analytical, supervisory, verbal, and written communication skills required.
Anticipated salary range: $60,000 - $65,000; position is full-time, limited through June 26, 2027, with potential renewal.