Social Sciences Financial Operations Manager

Role Overview

Manage finance, accounting, and budget or other functional operations for the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at Harvard University. Lead a team of finance associates and senior finance associates, ensuring high-quality financial operations and customer service to academic departments and centers.

What You Will Do

Supervise and develop a team, manage task distribution, process financial transactions, identify operational bottlenecks, and collaborate in the development of training materials and resources.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The role requires a coach, mentor, and operational leader who can build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and exceptional customer service, while ensuring the effective stewardship of university resources.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience
• Supervisory experience
• MBA or Master’s degree in relevant field preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, advanced excel skills
• Advanced knowledge of accounting principles and tax regulations
• Demonstrated experience with Financial systems and data query tools
• CPA Desirable

Benefits

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks