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Position Title:
Financial Manager
Job Category:
Academic Staff
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
Financial Manager
Job Duties:
Reporting to the Divisional Finance Officer, the Financial Manager supports the Division of Strategic Enrollment Management and Student Success (SEMSS) by managing divisional budgets, assisting with financial planning and analysis, and providing leadership in financial reporting and compliance.
Key Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing financial activities across SEMSS departments. Serve as the Lead Worker for SEMSS financial staff and department clients.
• Coordinate data management, budget preparation, and financial reporting.
• Serve as subject matter expert on financial operations and recommend process improvements.
• Evaluate funding strategies and make recommendations for enhancement.
• Audit financial transactions and authorize payments.
• Ensure compliance with fiscal policies and procedures.
• Prepare monthly reports and financial statements.
• Support procurement and travel processes.
• Provide troubleshooting and support for financial systems.
• Assist with grant and gift fund monitoring, including pre- and post-award processes.
• Contribute to proposal development for external funding.

Department:
The Division of Strategic Enrollment Management & Student Success (SEMSS) takes a holistic approach to support students throughout all stages of the enrollment lifecycle, from prospective students, transfer students, and continuing students to our graduates and alumni. The SEMSS team is a reliable and active partner on campus, in Milwaukee, and across Wisconsin.
Compensation:
$75,000 - $90,000 (Final salary offer will be determined based on qualifications and experience)
Required Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; or commensurate experience.

• At least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in financial management, budgeting, or accounting.

• Experience in financial reporting and data analysis.

• Demonstrated understanding of budget preparation and management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related discipline.

• Demonstrated experience in financial management in a higher education setting.

• Experience with grant and gift fund management.

• Demonstrated proficiency in financial software and systems (e.g., MS Excel, Workday, PowerBI, Tableau).

• Experience with university procurement and travel systems.

• Experience advising or training staff on financial systems.

• Excellent communication skills, as evidenced by application materials and interview(s).

Physical Requirements
Must be able to work at a computer for extended periods, attend meetings across campus, and occasionally lift and carry financial documents or equipment.
Education:
Associate's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; or commensurate experience.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide a cover letter and resume addressing your professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications.
Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application. Applications missing any of the required documents listed prior to the application deadline will be marked as incomplete and may not be considered.
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. Additional documents submitted aside from acover letter and resumewill not be reviewed.
Finalist candidates(s) will be asked to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.
Apply electronically by the application deadline date of Sunday, August 9th, 2026, at 11:59pm Questions about this position should be directed to Coua Xiong at xion2447@uwm.edu.
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Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC and Reference Check Policy
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Employment Authorization
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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.