Finance Support Coordinator - Eberly College of Science

Position Overview

The Pennsylvania State University Office of Budget and Finance invites applications for the position of a Finance Support Coordinator to support financial operations of the Eberly College of Science. The Finance Support Coordinator serves as a liaison between academic and administrative units and the centralized finance hubs; ensures unit financial needs are understood, routed appropriately, and resolved efficiently; supports the Strategic Finance Partner with financial coordination, while also helping unit stakeholders navigate financial processes, policies, and systems.

This role is not responsible for transaction processing but plays a vital role in maintaining financial continuity and operational clarity across the organization.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for financial inquiries from units, escalating and coordinating requests with central finance hubs (e.g., procurement, payroll, accounts payable)
• Assist staff with guidance on financial processes and tools
• Provide financial information (e.g., cost object guidance, coding support) for transaction initiation handled by finance hubs
• Monitor the status of submitted requests and ensure timely resolution through proactive follow‑up
• Collaborate closely with Strategic Finance Partners to ensure accurate financial coordination and alignment with broader planning activities
• Track recurring or systemic issues and collaborate with relevant stakeholders to address root causes
• Support preparation of documentation, data gathering, or coordination efforts as needed for forecasting, planning, or financial reviews
• Help ensure unit staff understand how to access financial services, use self‑service tools, and comply with institutional financial practices
• Collaborate in identifying opportunities to improve financial service delivery and communication

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.

General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or High School (HS) plus 2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted. Required

Certifications:

None.

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.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $38,300.00 - $55,500.00. 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 and eligible spouses and children.

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