Business Support Associate

Responsibilities

• Provide monthly budget analyses and reports for income and expenses to the Assistant Dean of Finance and Administration and program administrators.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations for student organization financial activity, gift and endowment balances, and sponsored award tracking.
• Assist with monthly Estimated Finals and annual Long Range Plan preparation, focusing on sponsored funds, gifts, and endowments.
• Pre-audit financial transactions including credit card purchases, purchase orders, requisitions, and employee expense reimbursements.
• Manage E-procurement special requests, submit invoices through the Automated Payment Request (APR) system, and handle contract approvals in Cobblestone.
• Support payroll-related functions for grant and gift-funded positions, including processing student employee hire requests and resolving timesheet errors.
• Monitor cost-share requirements on sponsored awards and assist faculty/staff with grant proposal budget preparation.
• Monitor the law budget email account and respond to departmental inquiries.

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency with Adobe software.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and research skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a high level of customer service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Accounting.
• Understanding of university financial systems and procedures.
• Experience using PeopleSoft financials.

About the Company

Syracuse University is a private, international research university with a pioneering history dating back to 1870. Located in the heart of New York State, the university offers a wide range of academic programs across 13 schools and colleges, serving a diverse community of students and alumni worldwide.