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Finance Coordinator

Cambridge, MA 3.0 Months
Contract $30/hour - $35/hour






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Posted: Sep 18, 2026
Ref: SRMAFA181

Position Overview


Hybrid - partial time on campus/partial time WFH (working/living in MA).

Works with multiple sources of funding which may include donor or research restricted funds. Performs or coordinates several areas of financial accounting, recordkeeping, processing or administration. May conduct one or more of the following duties. Prepare budget for department, unit or school working with core or sponsored research funds usually utilizing information and assumptions provided by others. Review or reconcile accounts, transactions, or balances. Provide research and basic data analysis for use in financial planning and decision making. Prepare complex financial reports that may require selection, preparation, and interpretation of data using a complex data query tool and spreadsheet application. Generate entries to accounting and record keeping systems, and establish procedures for tracking and reporting. Process or assist with payments of vendor invoices, and individual reimbursements. Research accounting discrepancies. Associates degree in accounting or 3 to 5 years of experience required. Good written and oral communication skills. Intermediate to advanced proficiency with spreadsheet software required.

Job Summary
The Finance Coordinator will provide financial and administrative support during employee leave. The position will process accounts receivable, accounts payable, faculty compensation, reimbursements, refunds, reconciliations, and other financial transactions. The coordinator will work closely with the Finance and program teams to ensure transactions are accurate, timely, and compliant with client policies.

Key Responsibilities
Process accounts receivable transactions, including client inquiries, invoice review, payment application, adjustments, withdrawals, and refunds.
Reconcile program revenue across Salesforce, banking records, and the general ledger.
Process accounts payable transactions, including vendor invoices, Faculty reimbursements, Faculty Compensation. Follow up on payment issues and escalate risks or unresolved matters when appropriate.
Support faculty and facilitator hiring and compensation processes; Coordinate with faculty and teaching staff regarding compensation and reimbursement payments.
Review supporting documentation and apply the appropriate accounting codes.
Reconcile financial transactions and assist with the monthly close.
Maintain accurate and complete records in Salesforce and client financial systems.
Communicate with participants, clients, vendors, faculty, and internal staff regarding financial matters.
Perform other finance-related tasks as assigned.

Basic Qualifications
Three years of related finance, accounting, or administrative experience. A bachelor’s degree may count toward the required experience.
Experience processing, reviewing, or tracking financial transactions, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively and contribute positively to a team.
Ability to handle confidential information appropriately.

Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of basic accounting principles.
Experience with accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliations, or collections.
Experience using Salesforce; Buy 2 Pay; Fieldglass.
Experience working in higher education.

Detail-oriented finance professional to support accounting and financial operations in a fast-paced environment.

This role requires strong accounting knowledge, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy.

Key Qualifications:
Strong accounting fundamentals, including journal entries, account reconciliations, expense coding, and accounts payable/receivable, Advanced Excel skills and experience working within financial systems to process transactions and reconcile data, Excellent attention

Notes:
Hybrid, with 3 days per week onsite
35 hours per week


VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status

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At VIVA, employee well-being is paramount. Our comprehensive benefits package ensures your health, financial security, and quality of life are always prioritized.

Health Insurance

VIVA provides employees access to a comprehensive group health insurance plan (Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, Term Life, and Accidental Death) through our flexible PPO plan-allowing you the freedom to choose healthcare providers.

401(k) Retirement Planning

Plan securely for your future with automatic payroll deductions into a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement plan, including employer-matching contributions for eligible employees.

Performance Bonuses & Referrals

Earn performance-based bonuses and generous referral incentives of up to $500 when recommending talented candidates who become part of the VIVA family.

Biweekly Direct Deposit

Enjoy timely and convenient payroll with biweekly direct deposit to your chosen financial institution. Biweekly Direct Deposit

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Finance Coordinator


Reference Number: SRMAFA181
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