Pennsylvania State University
Finance Support Coordinator - College of Arts & Architecture
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Hybrid - University Park, PA
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Full-Time
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$42K - $61K
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Finance
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May 12th, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
The Pennsylvania State University is hiring a Finance Support Coordinator to support financial operations within the College of Arts and Architecture. This role involves liaising between the College and centralized finance hubs, coordinating financial transactions, assisting stakeholders with financial processes, and ensuring compliance with institutional financial practices while working both independently and collaboratively with the FPAC Team.
Highlights
- Serve as liaison between College of Arts and Architecture and centralized finance hubs to manage financial needs.
- Support Financial Strategic Partner and Analyst with coordination of financial transactions.
- Act as primary contact for financial inquiries, providing guidance on procedures, policies, and systems.
- Monitor status of financial requests ensuring timely resolution and escalate issues as necessary.
- Assist with preparation of documentation, data gathering, and coordination for forecasting and financial reviews.
- Educate college staff on accessing financial services and using self-service financial tools in compliance with university policies.
- Work independently and collaboratively within the Arts and Architecture Financial Planning, Analyst, and Coordination (FPAC) Team.
- Requires an Associate Degree and 4+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combination.
- No certifications required; position entails credit and background checks.
- Salary range is $42,100 to $61,000 with a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, and a 75% tuition discount.
Finance Support Coordinator - College of Arts & Architecture Full Description
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.
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
POSITION SPECIFICS
The Pennsylvania State University Office of Budget and Finance invites applications for the position of a Finance Support Coordinator to support financial operations within the College of Arts and Architecture. The coordinator will serve as the liaison between the College and the centralized finance hubs to ensure that College financial needs are understood, routed appropriately, and resolved efficiently.
The Finance Support Coordinator will have a broad range of responsibilities, including but not limited to:
- Supporting the Financial Strategic Partner and Analyst with financial transaction coordination
- Assisting department stakeholders to navigate financial processes, policies, and systems by serving as the primary point of contact for financial inquiries from units, escalating and coordinating requests as needed
- Providing financial information for transaction initiation
- Monitoring the status of submitted requests and ensuring timely resolution
- Supporting preparation of documentation, data gathering, and coordination efforts as needed for forecasting, planning, or financial reviews
- Ensuring college staff understand how to access financial services, use self-service tools, and comply with institutional financial practices
The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to work independently while also engaging effectively in a collaborative team environment as part of the Arts and Architecture Financial Planning, Analyst, and Coordination (FPAC) Team.
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.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Associate Degree4+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Associate Degree4+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
acceptedRequired Certifications:None
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Due to the financial and fiduciary responsibilities of this position, successful completion of a credit history check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Due to the financial and fiduciary responsibilities of this position, successful completion of a credit history check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $42,100.00 - $61,000.00.
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $42,100.00 - $61,000.00.
Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
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.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity 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.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.
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