Job Description

Sr Fiscal Services Tech

Requisition ID
req37568
Working Title
Sr Fiscal Services Tech
Position Grade
11
Position Summary

The University of New Mexico Facility Services is seeking multiple highly organized, customer-focused, and detail-oriented Sr Fiscal Services Technicians to join our Facilities Support Services team of professionals who support the built environment at UNM. Our team provides seamless delivery of professional support services to internal clients by utilizing best practices in financial stewardship, project support, procurement, and fiscal management.

Facility Services consists of Building & Landscape Services, Facilities Design & Construction (FDC), Facilities Customer Services, Facilities Support Services, and Technical Services, and is responsible for maintaining more than 10 million square feet of facilities and 680 acres of open space.

This position reports to the Facility Services Finance Manager and provides advanced fiscal support for departmental operations. The Senior Fiscal Services Technician is responsible for monitoring budgets and expenditures, processing and reconciling financial transactions, reviewing procurement and personnel documents, and ensuring compliance with University, state, and federal policies and regulations. The position serves as a key resource for resolving fiscal issues, supporting departmental financial activities, preparing reports, and assisting with fiscal planning and process improvements.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Monitors revenue and expenses for departmental or unit accounts; ensures expenditure control and compliance with funding and reporting requirements, University policy, and standard accounting procedures.
2. Responds to requests and concerns from internal and external constituencies regarding fiscal transactions; analyzes and provides reports and correspondence on unresolved problems.
3. Reviews and approves expenditure, personnel, and/or purchasing documents for availability of funding, mathematical correctness, and compliance with University policy and state and federal funding requirements
4. Interacts with and trains client department staff regarding financial policies and procedures; serves as liaison with client department representatives, vendors, funding source representatives, and/or patients in the resolution of financial issues.
5. As appropriate to the needs of the individual organization, perform proactive reviews of department expenditures and procedures for the handling such items as purchasing cards, petty cash, patient incentives, and/or related items.
6. Maintains confidentiality of appropriate records, contracts, documents, and data in compliance with Federal, State, and University regulations and policies.
7. Assists in client department problem solving and planning, and in the development and execution of goals and objectives.
8. May supervise and/or lead lower graded staff and/or student employees.
9. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Why Join Us?

Working as a staff member at the University of New Mexico (UNM) offers a range of exciting benefits including:

1. Comprehensive Healthcare: Access to competitive health insurance plans including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
2. Retirement Plans: Pension and enrollment in a choice of additional retirement plans with generous employer contributions.
3. Paid Time Off: Generous annual vacation leave, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays to support work-life balance.
4. Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning, career advancement, and tuition remission for employees and dependents.
5. Wellness Programs: Access to wellness programs, fitness facilities, and resources promoting employee health and well-being.
6. Community Engagement: Involvement in a vibrant campus community with diverse cultural and recreational activities.
7. Job Security: Stable employment with competitive salaries and opportunities for advancement within New Mexico's flagship institution.

If this opportunity fits your experience and career goals, we invite you to apply.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment
Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Detail-oriented individuals with strong customer service, organizational, and follow-up skills.
• Demonstrated experience with financial account reconciliations, budget monitoring, fiscal reporting, and expenditure tracking.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, purchasing processes, and expenditure controls, with the ability to ensure compliance with University policies and procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word, including financial analysis, reporting, and data management.
• Experience working with UNM financial systems such as Banner, LoboMart, MyReports, Chrome River, and/or Unifier.
• Self-starter with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of independently researching and resolving complex fiscal issues while maintaining confidentiality and exercising sound judgment.

Additional Requirements
Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department
Fac Services Admin (825B1)
Employment Type
Staff
Staff Type
Regular - Full-Time
Term End Date
Status
Non-Exempt
Pay
Hourly: $22.16 - $29.70
Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check Required
Yes
For Best Consideration Date
8/17/2026
Eligible for Hiring Incentive
No
Eligible for Remote Work
No
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through
the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job
advertisement on a 3rd party site, please
visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

To be considered for this position: 1. Complete the official UNMJOBS application; you must include ALL prior work experience, including the full dates of employment (month and year) for each position held, and the number of hours worked per week. 2. Attach your current resume with three professional references listed. 3. Attach your cover letter that addresses our preferred qualifications. 4. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.