Financial Operations Specialist
HUSTON-TILLOTSON UNIVERSITYAustin, Texas, United States
Posted March 10, 2026
50000 - 50000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Huston‑Tillotson University, Austin’s oldest higher‑learning institution and the city’s only historically Black college and university (HBCU), offers a broad liberal arts and professional curriculum that includes business administration, chemistry, communications, computer science, education, environmental studies, information systems, mathematics, music, political science, criminal justice, psychology, and educational leadership with principal certification. Under President Dr. Melva K. Wallace, the university emphasizes academic excellence coupled with community service, aiming to develop pioneers, socially engaged leaders, and innovative thinkers. Its distinctive commitment to cultivating forward‑thinking graduates, combined with a rich legacy of inclusivity and intellectual rigor, positions H‑T as a leading institution for students seeking a transformative, mission‑driven educational experience.
Job Description
The Financial Operations Specialist is a cross-functional Business Office professional responsible for supporting and maintaining continuity across student accounts, cashiering operations, general accounting, payroll support, reconciliations, financial reporting, and audit preparation.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required
- 3–5 years of progressive accounting or financial operations experience
- Experience in higher education or fund accounting strongly preferred
- Experience in accounts receivable, cash handling, and reconciliation required
- Payroll experience preferred
- Working knowledge of ERP systems (Ellucian Colleague preferred)
- Strong understanding of GAAP and fund accounting principles
- High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems
- Demonstrated experience in reconciliation, analysis, and financial reporting
- Strong internal control awareness and risk mitigation mindset
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to function independently and as part of a collaborative finance team
- Strong student/customer service orientation
- Ability to manage confidential financial information with discretion
- Commitment to the Mission and Vision of the University
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
