Financial Administrative Coordinator

at University of Pennsylvania

Record last updated: 5/30/2026 10:30:57 PM

Current Days Open
33
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$21.15 (Hourly)
Current Max Salary
$23.08 (Hourly)
Historical Days Open
N/A
First Seen
4/28/2026
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$21.15 (Hourly)
5/30/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$23.08 (Hourly)
5/30/2026

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Full Job Description

University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penns distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of Americas Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play. The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more. Posted Job Title Financial Administrative Coordinator Job Profile Title Financial Administrative Coordinator Job Description Summary The Financial Administrator Coordinator will work in BEN financials, Concur, Eship, Business Objects, and PaymentNet for submitting and approving Purchase Orders, travel reimbursements, express ship, Pcard charges, and asset inventory. This position reports to the Business Manager for the New Bolton Large Animal Hospital. Job Description Job Responsibilities Purchase goods and services for the Large Animal Hospital, including standing order PO for various goods and services for the Hospital Reallocate weekly credit card charges for 9 Hospital Pcard holders. Place service calls for Quench water coolers, pay monthly Primo, Verizon, and T-Mobile accounts with Pcard Monitor the monthly P-Card closing schedule set by the Director of Finance and Operations Review and approve Penn Travel & Expense management reimbursement reports in Concur Manage Large Animal Hospital Assets - Run reports, tag, and report retired equipment. Monitor HR Poster compliance -keep track of changes, pay annual fees for PA and federal compliance posters and updates. Maintain equipment service contracts, review and renew when needed, and coordinate preventative maintenance visits for certain equipment Run BEN financial reports for Open encumbrance, invoices on hold and other purchase related reports Process Non-PO payments and foreign currency invoices in Penn Marketplace. Help other PO managers & Requisitioners with difficult orders Final Close reviewed purchase orders. Request new vendor onboarding requests and Requests and PA tax-exempt forms. Follow up with Vendors about order status and invoicing issues Other duties and responsibilities as assigned Qualifications High School Grad/GE Degree and 5 to 7 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Qualified applicants must have a sense of urgency on completing work, must be efficient and reliable, and understand the workings of the PO system/BEN Financials. Knowledge of Excel, self-motivated, problem solver with the ability to work independently, good attention to detail, and policies. Please submit a cover letter with your resume. Job Location - City, State Kennett Square, Pennsylvania Department / School School of Veterinary Medicine Pay Range $21.15 - $23.08 Hourly Rate Salary offers are made based on the candidates qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the jobs level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered. Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Special Requirements Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job. University Benefits Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your familys health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions. Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penns Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard. Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with familywhatever your personal needs may be. Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when youre newly hired, you wont have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting. Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. Thats why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance. Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally. University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the Universitys libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. Theres always something going on at Penn, whether its a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, youre right in the middle of the excitementand you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free. Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks. Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures. Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements. Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household. To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay The University of Pennsylvanias special character is reflected in the wide variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of the Penn community. We seek talented faculty and staff who will constitute a vibrant community and help create an educational and working environment that best supports the Universitys commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and scholarship. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

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