Compliance Specialist, Business Services

Business Services invites applications for a Compliance Specialist to advise, train and provide guidance to other departmental staff regarding travel and purchasing card expenses. Responsibilities

• Examine, analyze and interpret records to ensure proper recording of transactions and compliance with laws, regulations, policies and procedures to ensure there is no fraud, duplication or violation
• Resolve issues of unallowable expenses with departmental staff using diplomacy, tact and excellent customer service skills
• Verify employee credit card transactions by auditing transactions and supporting documentation, handling inquiries and identifying errors
• Review, track and reconcile travel advances made to persons traveling on behalf of UM
• Reconcile accounting transactions to accounting ledgers ensuring disbursement and placement of funds are in correct locations

• Education and/or demonstrated experience in accounting, finance, or a travel desk role
• Experience in accounting or auditing with an emphasis on credit card usage, including payment processing, cost coding, vendor statement reconciliation, account reconciliation, and recordkeeping
• Demonstrated customer service experience in a professional or business setting
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures, ensuring compliance and effective communication of requirements to others
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and sensitive information
• Demonstrated commitment to accuracy, attention to detail, and quality in all tasks

• Advanced knowledge of University, State, and federal regulations and procedures related to assigned duties
• Demonstrated experience with complex accounting or accounts payable systems, including 1099 reporting and other taxation or regulatory compliance requirements
• Effective training and presentation skills, with experience delivering instruction one-on-one and in group settings

• Position Number: 004140, 004130
• Bargaining Unit: FOCUS-MFPE
• Work Schedule:
  
  Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, 12 months/year
• Probationary Period:
  Six (6) months minimum

• Insurance package
• Mandatory retirement plan
• Partial tuition waiver
• Wellness program

Screening of applications will begin after the closing date 01/13/2026; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

• Letter of Interest – addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as “Dear Search Committee” or “Dear Hiring Manager” is acceptable.
• Detailed Resume – listing education and describing work experience
• Three (3) Professional References – names and contact information

Must be eligible to work in the United State upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.