Manager, Procurement and Reconciliation

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full procurement lifecycle, including vendor onboarding, contract tracking, and compliance with University and sponsor policies.
• Manage international bank account reconciliation processes, ensuring all transactions are verified and posted to the general ledger.
• Conduct monthly quality assurance reviews of bank reconciliations submitted by Global Centers to maintain internal controls.
• Monitor purchasing transactions and change orders to prevent service disruptions or compliance lapses.
• Reconcile Purchasing Card (P-Card) transactions and assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes.
• Serve as a primary financial resource and trainer for unit staff on procurement procedures and financial policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of progressively responsible experience in financial management, procurement, accounting, or international banking operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with sponsored project procurement and grant compliance (federal, foundation, or international).
• Familiarity with Columbia University financial systems (ARC, FDS, PAC, FFE, and FinSys).
• Experience in global, complex, or decentralized organizational environments.
• Knowledge of international bank reconciliation and foreign exchange risk monitoring.

About the Company

Columbia Global brings together major initiatives from across Columbia University to advance knowledge and foster global engagement in addressing complex global challenges through interdisciplinary research, education, and social impact projects.