Administrative Specialist (IS-301-12)

Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory
Cambridge, USA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid-level
USD 100,371 - 130,488 per year

Key Responsibilities

  • Budget management and financial reporting for HEAD projects
  • Prepare annual budgets and monitor monthly expenses
  • Create variance reports and revise project budgets
  • Prepare 533 monthly and quarterly reports
  • Initiate division requisitions and monitor expenditures
  • Generate travel authorizations and manage travel expenses
  • Support proposal preparation and submission
  • Coordinate with subcontractors
  • Manage purchase orders and credit card transactions
  • Conduct monthly account reconciliation

Requirements

Education

Master's degree or equivalent graduate degree OR Bachelor's plus relevant experience

Experience

One year specialized experience equivalent to grade 11

Required Skills

  • PeopleSoft
  • Concur
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Access
  • Financial management
  • Budget administration
  • Project administration
  • Analytical skills
  • Organizational skills

Benefits

  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • AD&D Insurance
  • Commuter Assistance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Transit/Commuter Benefits
  • Annual Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • Family Friendly Leave
  • Museum Store Discounts
  • Restaurant Discounts
  • Credit Union
  • Childcare (Smithsonian Early Enrichment Center)

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About the Company

Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory

Cambridge, USA

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