Job Description Summary
Organization's Summary Statement: The Department of Computer Science is top-ranked for research and teaching, with its undergraduate computer science program ranked 9th among public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The undergraduate program currently educates over 4,000 diverse students from around the world. The graduate program ranks 12th in the nation (7th among public institutions), with over 400 graduate students enrolled. Our faculty have been recognized with memberships in the National Academy of Engineering, fellowships in professional scientific organizations including ACM and IEEE, NSF Faculty Early Career Development awards and Sloan Fellowships.
Join the Department of Computer Science as a key member of our business office team. We are seeking a highly organized and personable professional with exceptional attention to detail and a strong customer-service orientation. This role demands the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment while collaborating with colleagues to drive efficiency and support critical financial and business operations. Reporting to the Director of Business and Finance, this position plays an integral role in ensuring the smooth execution of departmental processes.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Perform monthly reconciliation of departmental accounts within the management accounting system (Priority Software, BA4), proactively identifying and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Enter and maintain payroll documents in BA4 for all employees charged to Computer Science–managed accounts, ensuring accuracy and timely updates.
• Coordinate and submit Disbursement Request Forms (DRFs) to the University of Maryland College Park Foundation and the University of Maryland System Foundation to facilitate reimbursement of foundation-funded expenses.
• Coordinate and process journal vouchers and payroll accounting adjustments in Workday to correct funding errors in compliance with university and sponsor policies.
• Execute departmental purchasing and travel transactions, including requisitions, and serve as backup support for primary staff to ensure continuity of operations.
• Monitor, track, and analyze expenses for Computer Science student organizations, maintaining accurate financial records.
• Coordinate billing to the Graduate School for Goldhaber and ICSSA travel-related expenses, ensuring proper documentation and timely reimbursement.
• Partner with business office and department teams to evaluate workflows, troubleshoot challenges, and drive process improvements. Deliver flexible support for a variety of administrative and operational tasks, adapting to departmental needs and priorities.
Physical Demands: Work is performed primarily in an office setting with prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers for typing, data entry, and operating equipment. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force. Occasionally required to lift, carry, or move items weighing up to 15 pounds. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. Ability to traverse short/long distances on and off campus to attend meetings and events.
Licenses/ Certifications: N/A
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: One (1) year of professional budget, finance, or accounting experience.
Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Knowledge of finance functions.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Suite products.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
Ability to analyze situations and determine the best solutions.
Additional Job Details
Preferences:
- Experience with BA4 (Priority), Workday, and Concur
- Knowledge of UMD’s administrative systems, policies and procedures in the areas of travel, finance, and purchasing
- Knowledge of UMCPF and USMF policies and procedures
Required Application Materials:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- List of Three (3) Professional References
Best Consideration Date: 4/27/2026
Posting Close Date: N/A
Open Until Filled: Yes
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This Position
Financial Disclosure Required
Yes
Department
CMNS-Computer Science
Worker Sub-Type
Staff Regular
Salary Range
$73,536 - $75,000
For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
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