Temporary Financial Assistant

Department: Temp Center

Salary/Grade: TMP/01

Position: Temporary Financial Assistant

Hours: This is a part-time position (remote/flexible)

Pay: $19-$21 per hour

Campus: Evanston

Approximate start date:10/5/2026

Approximate end date: 4/30/2027

Northwestern University is seeking a temporary Financial Assistant

Temporary Job Description:

Provides day-to-day financial & accounting support using an advanced knowledge of applicable skills, methods & practices & some innovation, analysis, & reasoning to choose appropriate alternatives from among pre-defined policies & procedures to complete work that includes successive steps &

involves some non-routine problems &/or decisions. Applies industry and professional standards, university policy and procedure, federal and state laws and other regulations. Provides administrative &/or clerical support. Additionally, the temporary Financial Assistant is responsible for .

Accounting policy & procedure

Accounts payable

Expense reimbursement

Processing Payments

Purchase Orders

Wire transfers

Financial Data Entry and Upkeep

Budget Statements Reconciliation

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate Degree in Accounting or the equivalent combination of training and experience.

1-2 years of experience in a financial support function.

1-2 years of administrative experience in an academic setting.

Experience with account reconciliation

Experience with Payroll

Helpful, respectful, approachable, building a positive work environment, receptive to feedback, demonstrates ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously

In addition to salary, this temporary position is eligible for paid time off and paid sick time in accordance with Northwestern University policies. This position is not eligible for other benefits offered to regular staff positions

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern’s non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.

• Associate Degree in Accounting or equivalent training and experience.
• 1-2 years financial support and administrative experience in an academic setting.
• Experience with account reconciliation and payroll processing.