Finance Officer Navitas accelerates the internationalization of university campuses, providing international students greater opportunity and access to high-quality learning experiences and bringing global perspectives to the university community. Navitas’ proven partnership model delivers expertise, capital and a track record in international education that gives universities the freedom to reinvest their time, money and personnel into capacity building and innovation. By expanding diversity and global connections across college campuses, Navitas fuels universities’ efforts towards sustainable growth while delivering a superior student experience.
Navitas is seeking to employ an experienced Finance Officer to join our growing North American team in Boston MA. The Finance Officer, in conjunction with the Finance Manager and the Finance Controller, is responsible for the maintenance and accuracy of the financial records for their assigned business unit(s) and any other US centralized finance duties as assigned. Key Responsibilities
Maintain Maze for assigned business unit(s). Assist with student liaison regarding account queries Production and remittance of student statements as required Review of student financial records and making necessary adjustments Responsible for student debt monitoring and collection Reconcile University billings to Maze. Prepare assigned month end journal entries and reconciliations Perform other clerical/administrative duties as assigned.
Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience • • • • • • • • • • • •
Legal right to work in USA; Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of bookkeeping and the ability to apply the knowledge; Excellent Microsoft Office Suite skills i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook; Demonstrated administrative/organizational skills, with ability to communicate verbally and in written form; Knowledge and experience with corporate financial, accounting and administrative information systems; Excellent telephone, reception desk, and customer service communication skills; Ability to work within existing guidelines, policies and procedures; Ability to handle multiple tasks while maintaining a professional manner; Ability to work well within a team environment; Highly developed skills demonstrated in an environment of large volume work flows and critical deadlines; Ability to interact effectively and professionally with clients and staff at all levels and adjust communication style to meet varying needs; and Outstanding interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity towards students and staff from a diverse range of backgrounds.
Desirable Skills • • •
Two-year degree in accounting or similar discipline, or appropriate experience; Experience in working with international students; and Ability to converse in a second language.
Navitas USA Holdings LLC 24 Federal Street 2nd Floor Boston, MA 02110 United States of America
T +1 978 934 1961
www.navitas.com
What We Offer Navitas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, and are a values-driven employer. Please send cover letter and resume to
[email protected]. Use job code 0117NVTFO in the subject line. Applications will be accepted until February 13, 2017. Successful applicants will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks, which may include a Criminal Background and/or a Multi-State Sex Offender Registry review.
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Navitas USA Holdings LLC 24 Federal Street 2nd Floor Boston, MA 02110 United States of America
T +1 978 934 1961
www.navitas.com
