Financial Operations Coordinator - Normal, Illinois - Normal Illinois

Financial Operations Coordinator · Job no: 521351 · Work type: On Campus · Location: Normal, Illinois · Title: Financial Operations Coordinator · Division Name: Student Affairs · Department: Campus Recreation · Job Summary · The mission of Campus Recreation encourages the campus ...

Job description

Financial Operations Coordinator

Job no: 521351

Work type: On Campus

Location: Normal, Illinois

Title: Financial Operations Coordinator
Division Name: Student Affairs
Department: Campus Recreation

Job Summary

The mission of Campus Recreation encourages the campus community to embrace fun and well-being through movement, challenge, and play.

The Financial Operations Coordinator is responsible for facilities scheduling, assisting the Assistant Director of Financial Operations with financial duties, and overseeing the payroll process for the Campus Recreation department.

Additional Information

University Benefit Highlights:

- Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid benefit time

Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: 

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$50,000 - $54,000 annual

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, accounting, finance, recreation administration/sports management, or a field related to the position.
2. Two (2) years of full-time professional experience in business, financial, or managerial roles involving budget reconciliation, financial reporting, payroll processing, contract administration, scheduling coordination, and/or staff supervision. Experience must include responsibility for financial tracking, data analysis, and administrative support in a complex organizational environment.
(NOTE: A Master's Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of work experience.)
3. Demonstrated ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections.
4. Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work involving the application of accounting theory to accounting problems.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Master's degree.
2. Demonstrated experience with Innosoft Fusion (or equivalent member management software) and EMS (or equivalent scheduling and facility management software).
3. Ability to communicate proficiently in both verbal and written formats.
4. Possess American Red Cross CPR/AED/BBP and First Aid basic certification.
5. Possess American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid instructor certification
6. Demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft Office 2016 or equivalent product.
7. Experience with Colleague, Budget Center/Cognos and TMA.
8. Demonstrated experience in finance, budgeting, and cost control principles.

Work Hours

8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:

1. Remain at a workstation for extended periods.
2. Move about in various locations across campus as needed to complete day-to-day work.
3. Effectively communicate on a daily basis.

Proposed Starting Date

May 2026

Required Applicant Documents

Resume
Cover Letter
Transcripts - See Special Instructions section for additional options

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Optional Applicant Documents

Certification of Retirement Annuity

Please Note: These documents may be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Special Instructions for Applicants

Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history, including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Please do not put "see resume" in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered.

College or university transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted prior to the application deadline to receive full consideration. Transcripts can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below.

To be eligible for Veteran's Preference points on the exam, appropriate military service documentation such as a DD-214 must be submitted prior to the application deadline.

Transcripts and/or military service documentation may be faxed or mailed to Human Resources by the application deadline:

Fax: , Attn: Breanna Crippen
Address: Illinois State University
Human Resources
Campus Box 1300
Normal, IL

The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview. The active register for this classification will be voided when the position is filled.

Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois. If hired, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days from the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois driver's license or a valid State of Illinois ID card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position.

Contact Information for Applicants

Breanna Crippen
Human Resources

 

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at

Application Opened: 02/13/2026 03:40 PM CST

Application Closes: 03/08/2026 11:55 PM CST

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  Financial Operations Coordinator

  
  

  Opened

  02/13/2026
  

  Closes

  03/08/2026
  
  

  Department

  Campus Recreation
  
  The Financial Operations Coordinator is responsible for facilities scheduling, assisting the Assistant Director of Financial Operations with financial duties, and overseeing the payroll process for the Campus Recreation department.
  
  

Current Opportunities

• 
  

  Financial Operations Coordinator

  
  

  Opened

  02/13/2026
  

  Closes

  03/08/2026
  
  

  Department

  Campus Recreation
  
  The Financial Operations Coordinator is responsible for facilities scheduling, assisting the Assistant Director of Financial Operations with financial duties, and overseeing the payroll process for the Campus Recreation department.