Education Financial Specialist

United States — International Student Market

1.2M inbound students (2025) +3%

1. India 363K

2. China 266K

3. South Korea 42K

4. Canada 30K

5. Vietnam 26K

9 international branch campuses in United States

OVERVIEW Appalachian State University is seeking an Education Abroad Financial Specialist within the Office of International Programs in Boone, North Carolina. This role supports the administration and financial operations connected to education abroad activities and faculty‑led program management. The position combines accounting, administration, compliance, and operational coordination responsibilities while working with internal and external stakeholders. The Education Abroad Financial Specialist contributes to the daily effectiveness of international program operations through financial tracking, records management, and support for travel‑related processes.

Candidates with experience in accounting, business administration, finance, or related areas may be well suited for this position.

• Provide operational support to the Education Abroad team
• Support budget administration activities
• Manage faculty‑led program expense reporting
• Process travel advance documentation and related financial procedures
• Assist with pre‑departure trainings for program leaders
• Support compliance‑related activities
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders

• Associate degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Proficiency with Excel WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS Education abroad opportunities require careful financial oversight and coordinated administration to support students, faculty, and institutional goals. This specialist role helps maintain organized financial processes, supports compliance expectations, and contributes to the successful delivery of international education program activities. Strong operational and financial support can help education program teams manage resources effectively while preparing faculty‑led initiatives and travel processes for participants abroad.
  
  The position also supports collaboration across departments and stakeholders involved in international program administration.

• Emphasize coordination experience with multiple stakeholders or cross‑functional teams
• Connect previous work experience to education, program operations, or financial administration

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