Full time
Harvard University
Cambridge, MA
The Financial Associate performs a broad range of complex accounting and program administration responsibilities related to corporate cards, expense reimbursements, accounts payable, and fixed assets. Emphasizes a strategic, risk-based approach to financial operations by proactively monitoring activity, identifying trends, and addressing root causes of issues rather than isolated transactions. Advises faculty, students, and staff on University policy and procedures related to assigned duties and provides outstanding customer service to stakeholders across campus.
Job-Specific Responsibilities (include, but not limited to): Corporate Cards: Oversees lifecycle of 300+ corporate card accounts, from application through termination. Implements proactive monitoring and analytics to identify patterns of non-compliance, misuse, or inefficiencies. Develops and refines controls to reduce recurring issues, focusing on root cause resolution rather than exception handling alone....