Working Title: Financial Coordinator - College of Business

State Role Title: Financial Services Specialist I

Position Type: Full-time Staff (Classified)

Position Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: College of Business

Department: 100331 - College of Business-Acad Supp

Pay Rate: Pay Range

Specify Range or Amount: $48,000 - $53,000

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

Beginning Review Date: 01/05/2026

About JMU:

At James Madison University (JMU), we’re more than just a publicly funded institution — we’re a vibrant, welcoming community located on a stunning campus where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive. Our mission is to prepare students for a bright future, and we believe that starts with supporting the people who make it all possible: our employees.

Why Work at JMU?
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional journey and personal wellbeing:
• Generous Leave: Enjoy paid vacation, sick leave, parental leave, community service leave, and 19 paid holidays annually.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access high-quality health insurance options that fit your needs.
• Retirement Options: Plan for your future with retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System.
• Employee Well-Being: Our Balanced Dukes program promotes wellness and work-life integration through resources, events, and support.
• Tuition Waiver Program: Advance your education with our tuition waiver program for undergraduate and graduate courses taken at JMU.

At JMU, we believe in Being the Change — and that starts with creating an environment where you can grow, contribute meaningfully, and feel supported every step of the way.

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General Information:

The College of Business is seeking a full-time financial professional to manage budgeting and fiscal analysis for the college. As an integral member of the College’s administrative team, the Financial Coordinator will oversee all aspects of the college’s centralized budget, ensuring that expenditures are appropriate, compliant, and aligned with state and institutional policies. This role involves regular collaboration with Academic Unit Heads, faculty, and administrative staff to provide guidance and support on financial procedures. The Financial Coordinator represents JMU and must exhibit high standards of professionalism and customer service. This position reports to the Assistant Dean of Finance and Administration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Reconcile six College of Business budgets monthly and review all associated expenditures for accuracy and compliance while ensuring that sound fiscal processes are in place.
• Maintain continual audit readiness by ensuring all expenditures adhere to state and institutional policies and that comprehensive documentation is retained to substantiate all financial transactions.
• Monitor all budgets closely and regularly, ensuring funds in recovery are brought up to the correct budget line in a timely manner.
• Manage the Microsoft Access database to ensure accurate and detailed expenditure records.
• Review and authorize all Small Purchase Credit Card transactions to verify proper account and organization coding, compliance with policy, and adequate supporting documentation.
• Prepare ad-hoc reports and queries as needed.
• Provide training related to financial procedures, as needed, for administrative assistants in the College of Business, including Hart School and School of Strategic Leadership Studies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated proficiency in managing and coordinating office processes and fluency with Microsoft Office Products.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in all work.
• Ability to provide professional administrative and financial support to faculty, staff, and students.
• Proven experience with accounting principles, budgeting processes, and financial record management.
• Self-motivated and capable of managing multiple projects and priorities with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to balance competing deadlines effectively.

Conditions of Employment:  

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

EEO Statement:

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.