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Northern Virginia Community College

ERP Finance Specialist

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Fairfax County, VA

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $80K - $90K

💻 Finance

🗓️ July 22nd, 2025

SQL

Edtech.com's Summary

Northern Virginia Community College is hiring an ERP Finance Specialist. The role involves analyzing, configuring, and testing components of the PeopleSoft Finance Module and related AIS interfaces to ensure compliance with college policies and operational needs, while also providing second-level help desk support and overseeing part-time staff as needed.

Highlights
  • Analyze, configure, and test PeopleSoft Finance Module, eVA, and AIS interfaces to meet college policy and operational needs.
  • Identify policy issues and recommend software-related improvements.
  • Prepare specifications for software modifications and system enhancements.
  • Collaborate with VCCS to modify PeopleSoft software for compliance with federal, state, and college requirements.
  • Develop preliminary documentation and training materials.
  • Provide second-level help desk support for software-related issues.
  • Lead and supervise part-time staff assigned to the finance module.
  • Required skills include knowledge of PeopleSoft, Microsoft Office (Excel), SQL, Crystal Reports, PeopleTools, and financial processes related to AIS.
  • Minimum qualifications include experience with PeopleSoft products, troubleshooting software problems, developing reports, and providing production support for various AIS modules and interfaces.
  • Compensation ranges from $80,000 to $90,000 annually with eligibility for up to two days of telework per week after probation.

ERP Finance Specialist Full Description

ERP Finance Specialist

Please see Special Instructions for more details.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Working Title  | ERP Finance Specialist
Role Title  | Info Technology Specialist II
Role Code  | 39112-FP
FLSA  | Exempt
Pay Band  | 05
Position Number  | 28000823
Agency  | Northern VA Community College
Division  | NV280-VP of College Computing
Work Location  | Fairfax County - 059
Hiring Range  | $80,000 - $90,000
Emergency/Essential Personnel  | No
EEO Category  | B-Professional
Full Time or Part Time  | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-  |
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?  |
Work Schedule  | This position is eligible for 2 days of telework.

This position does not provide any in-person, face-to-face services to students, faculty or staff while teleworking. Services performed during telework are provided virtually through email, phone, and/or chat

Sensitive Position  | No

Job Description  | General Description:
The ERP Finance Specialist will support the People Soft Finance Module (AIS) and related AIS interface processes.

Duties and Tasks:Purpose to analyze, configure, and test various components of the People Soft Finance Module, eVa, and AIS interface as they have been implemented at NVCC to insure that delivered features and business processes meet College policy and operational needs identify policy issues and recommendations related to software capabilities Prepare software specifications for modifications and system enhancements. Works with VCCS to modify People Soft software and software set-up as necessary to meet College, federal, and state requirements. Prepares at least preliminary written documentation and training materials. Provides second-level Help Desk support to research and resolve software-related problems. Leads and oversees the work of any part-time staff who may be assigned to the assigned Module.

Special Assignments  | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications  | Required KSAs: Ability to analyze and solve problems in computer software set-ups. Ability to utilize technology to support the delivery of services. Ability to enter data in computer tables, and identify and resolve data conflicts. Ability to direct the work of others involved in setting-up enterprise software applications. Ability to read, interpret, and explain policy implications of software documentation and set-up. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Ability to make decisions and work independently. Knowledge of People Tools, Application Designer, nVision, Crystal Reports and SQL desired. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with AIS users and stakeholders. Ability to respond to student, faculty, and staff phone calls to the IT Help Desk on People Soft issues. Ability to read and interpret print tables, spreadsheets, and lengthy lists of data. Functionally knowledgeable regarding PS financials processes and procedures (AIS). Ability to work as a member of the CIS team and to collaborate closely with other application support analysts and programmers and NVCC staff. Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously with little supervision. Knowledge of college business processes as they’re enabled by the People Soft financials system. 

Minimum Qualifications:
Experience with Microsoft Office including Excel. Customer service experience Experience with the People Soft products Experience troubleshooting and resolving software problems Experience developing reports Experience setting up tables and conducting testing for various AIS modules Experience in providing production support to AIS Peoplesoft ERP System and its interfaces to such as: (Accounts Payable module, General Ledger module, Budget/Commitment Control module, Procurement and PCard module, Asset Management module, Cash Management/Deposit, Non-AP Disbursements , eVA interface with AIS, and/or AIS interfaces with Virginia state Cardinal financial systems)

Additional Considerations  | Additional Considerations:
Special licenses, registration or certification or Specific functional and technical training in the specific or closely related application. Experience supporting information systems with preference for the People Soft Experience with community college business practices in a college office Progressive functional experience delivering end-user service related to the application, or technical experience supporting functional staff use of the application. Actual People Soft implementation and/or post-production support experience.
Operation of a State Vehicle  | No
Supervises Employees  | No
Required Travel  | n/a
 Posting Detail Information 
Posting Number  | CLS_3723P
Recruitment Type  | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies  | 1
Position End Date (if temporary)  |
Job Open Date  | 04/11/2025
Job Close Date  | 08/15/2025
Open Until Filled  |
Agency Website  | www.nvcc.edu
Contact Name  |
Email  |
Phone Number  |

Special Instructions to Applicants  | In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information  | Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.

At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College.

NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.

We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu.

The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports

*up to 2 days of telework per week after probation.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer  | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:  http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement  | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement  | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement  | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Quicklink for Posting  | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/84218
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * I understand that only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications and only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my application and resume will be credited. 
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * I understand this position is located in Virginia and I will be required to reside in the DMV metro area. 
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Do you now or in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States? 
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Do you have experience with Microsoft Office including Excel? 
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Do you have experience with the People Soft products? 
    • Yes
    • No
  6. * Do you have experience troubleshooting and resolving software problems? 
    • Yes
    • No
  7. * Do you have experience with customer service ? 
    • Yes
    • No
  8. * Do you have experience developing reports? 
    • Yes
    • No
  9. * Do you have experience setting up tables and conducting testing for various AIS modules? 
    • Yes
    • No
  10. * Do you have experience with providing user community support for AIS ? 
    (Open Ended Question)
  11. * Do you have experience in providing production support to AIS Peoplesoft ERP System and its interfaces to include: (Accounts Payable module, General Ledger module, Budget/Commitment Control module, Procurement and PCard module, Asset Management module, Cash Management/Deposit, Non-AP Disbursements , eVA interface with AIS, AIS interfaces with Virginia state Cardinal financial systems) 
    (Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
  2. Other Document
  3. Certificate
  4. Alternative Hiring Process Letter