About the Opportunity
About the College of Arts, Media and Design
We are a vibrant community of creators, designers, technologists, and communicators applying creativity across disciplines and harnessing emerging technologies to advance human potential and solve the challenges of the future.
Powered by experience-driven teaching, learning and research, CAMD believes that the fields of design, communication, media, and the arts are crucial to the human experience, society, and the development of technology. We empower the next generations of students, researchers, and creative practitioners to create the future by sparking their innovative, creative, curious, and entrepreneurial spirit.
About the Opportunity
The Senior Finance Administrator supports the College of Arts, Media and Design by managing daily financial operations, overseeing budget administration, and providing financial analysis and reporting to college leadership. This role serves as a key partner to the Dean’s Office and academic departments, ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and effective stewardship of college resources across diverse funding streams.
Working closely with the Director of Finance and Administration, this position plays an essential role in budget planning, financial reporting, policy implementation, and process improvement to support the College’s strategic priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Operations & Budget Management
Manage and oversee daily financial operations, including budgeting, financial reporting, and transaction processing
Verify and process financial transactions for the Dean’s Office and support broader College needs as required
Monitor and reconcile departmental and college-level budgets to ensure proper allocation of funds
Oversee inter-fund transfer processes across multiple funding sources
Perform overrun monitoring and audit assessments to prevent budget deficits and resolve overdrafts
Financial Planning & Analysis
Prepare detailed financial reports, forecasts, and analyses for departmental and college leadership
Analyze budget trends and provide data-driven insights to inform decision-making
Support the development of Dean’s Office budget projections and salary modeling
Assist with annual budget planning in collaboration with the Director of Finance and Administration
Policy Development & Compliance
Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency and ensure compliance with university guidelines
Serve as primary reviewer and approver for contractual agreements within CAMD
Ensure adherence to university financial policies and regulatory requirements
Prepare and submit financial documentation and reports related to foreign activities and international engagement initiatives
Collaboration & Strategic Support
Partner with academic departments to provide financial oversight, guidance, and reporting support
Work with the Director of Finance and Administration to establish and maintain departmental financial calendars, processes, and procedures
Contribute to continuous process improvements that strengthen financial operations across the College
Qualifications
Strong financial and analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with strong organizational abilities. Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize competing responsibilities, and exercise sound judgment and discretion in decision-making.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications, as well as experience working with enterprise financial systems. Ability and willingness to quickly learn new systems, software applications, and databases.
Knowledge and skills typically acquired through completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field. Experience working in higher education is preferred.
Position Type
General AdministrationAdditional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
107SExpected Hiring Range:
$53,615.00 - $75,728.75With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
Top Skills
What We Do
Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university with a distinctive, experience-driven approach to education and discovery. The university is a leader in experiential learning, powered by the world’s most far-reaching cooperative education program. We integrate classroom study with opportunities for professional work, research, service, and global learning in more than 100 countries. The same spirit of collaboration guides a use-inspired research enterprise focused on solving global challenges in health, security, and sustainability. Northeastern offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs leading to degrees through the doctorate in nine colleges and schools, and select graduate programs at campuses in Boston, Charlotte, N.C., San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle, and Toronto. Campuses in Burlington, MA, and Nahant, MA, are home to research institutes for homeland security and coastal sustainability, respectively
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