Finance and Operations Coordinator presso University of Maine
University of Maine · Orono, Stati Uniti d'America · Onsite
- Professional
- Ufficio in Orono
The College of Earth, Life, and Health Sciences seeks a detail-oriented individual to oversee the finances, reporting, and operations of a long-term agreement between the University of Maine and the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service, titled “Finding Solutions to Reduce the Impact of Synthetic Organofluorine Compounds on Agriculture and Food Systems”. This agreement, with an annual multi-million-dollar budget, supports dozens of research projects alongside central services that provide common resources for those projects. The successful candidate will manage all aspects of the finances, including procurement, personnel forms, annual budgeting, and cost share. In addition, the candidate will assist with the administration of projects, including building the portfolio of research on an annual basis, reporting, coordinating meetings and workshops, and supporting periodic conferences. This position will report to the dean and will work closely with other colleges and university departments to meet reporting, compliance, administrative, and financial needs. Typical hiring range for this soft-money funded position is $60,000 to $65,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Complete Job Description
About the University:
The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu.
The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options.
UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Typically has a minimum education associated with a BA/BS degree with an emphasis in accounting plus a minimum of five years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience in budgeting and financial reporting
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
- Experience working with a diverse group of constituents and providing high quality customer service
- Excellent technical skills including the use of file sharing systems, Excel, query tool, and databases
- High level of motivation and the ability to exercise independent judgment and set priorities in a fast paced and demanding environment
- Experience working with MS Office and Google Applications
Preferred:
- Familiarity with University of Maine System financial systems
- Master’s degree in a related field
- Experience working at a university
- Experience with grants
Other Information:
To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:
1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae
Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.
Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on September 30, 2025.
The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.
