Financial Services Assistant - Daytona Beach, FL

Job Description · Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace · With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ—along with a Worldwide network spanning roughly 120 global locations—Embry-Riddle proudly stands as the world's largest aviation and aerospace ...

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Job Description

Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace

With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ—along with a Worldwide network spanning roughly 120 global locations—Embry-Riddle proudly stands as the world's largest aviation and aerospace university. Now celebrating our 100th year, we continue to lead innovation in STEM education, serving more than 30,000 students worldwide. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space prepare the next generation of leaders shaping the future of flight and beyond.

The Opportunity

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is seeking a detail-oriented and service-focused Financial Services Assistant to support the financial operations of over 250 Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) within the Student Engagement & Student Union department on the Daytona Beach campus. This role serves as the primary liaison for student organization financial processes, ensuring compliance with university policies while providing exceptional customer service in a fast-paced, student-centered environment. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, financially savvy, and comfortable working collaboratively with students, university departments, and campus leadership.

Essential Job Functions

• Serve as the primary financial contact for over 250 Registered Student Organizations.
• Facilitate and oversee the RSO on-campus banking program.
• Support procurement needs including p-card purchases, reimbursements, check requests, and vendor payments.
• Serve as the primary department corporate card holder for RSO transactions; review, verify, reconcile, and file reports.
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable to resolve reconciling items and ensure compliance.
• Create and maintain Campus Groups RSO forms to meet university accounting requirements.
• Process and track RSO financial transactions in the Campus Groups finance system.
• Perform monthly reconciliation of all RSO agency accounts.
• Support stewardship and proper use of restricted and donor funds in partnership with the Dean of Students, Finance Manager, and Advancement.
• Provide financial training and guidance to RSO officers, including Treasurer and Officer trainings.
• Assist with SGA funding processes and fundraising guidance.
• Facilitate closure of off-campus bank accounts as needed.
• Execute year-end closing and opening procedures for RSO accounts.

General Office & Event Support

• Provide financial and operational support for major campus events such as Blue & Gold Week, Homecoming, and Orientation.
• Assist with RSO travel coordination and SGA/SESU transactions as needed.
• Collaborate with the Student Engagement & Student Union team on large-scale programming initiatives.
• Serve as essential personnel during campus emergencies as designated.

Compensation

The hourly pay rate for this position is up to $19.89.The final offer will consider the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience, along with applicable state regulations, internal equity, and business needs.

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle

• Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health—because your journey to wellness should be rewarding Buckle up for a healthier, happier you

• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.

• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.

• Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.

Qualifications

Required Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or High school diploma/GED with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience.

Required Experience

• 1–3 years of work-related experience in finance, accounting, bookkeeping, or administrative support.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with bookkeeping, accounting systems, and budget ledgers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to quickly learn new systems.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to reconcile discrepancies.
• Ability to train and guide student leaders on financial procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in higher education or student affairs.
• Familiarity with Workday or similar enterprise financial systems.
• Experience working with student organizations or agency accounts.

Application process/requirements

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the

Embry-Riddle Career Site

and search for requisition number R Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:

• Cover letter

• Full Resume

• Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)

Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

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