Card Program Administrator

University of Alaska

Are you ready to make a significant impact at the University of Alaska? We're looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Card Program Administrator to oversee our ProCard/Travel Card Programs in our office in Fairbanks. With over 4,000 cards and an annual spend exceeding $50 million, this role is pivotal in driving efficiency and compliance across the university. If you're passionate about making a difference and enjoy a good challenge, this opportunity is for you!

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Make a Difference: Your work will directly influence the financial health and operational efficiency of the university.
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Grow Your Career: We offer continuous learning opportunities and professional development.

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Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive team that values innovation and teamwork.

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Community Impact: Contribute to the success of the University of Alaska and its diverse community.

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Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans, and more.

Your Key Responsibilities:

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Program Management: Oversee the daily operations of the ProCard/Travel Card Programs.

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Account Maintenance: Manage card accounts, ensuring they adhere to university policies.

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Training & Support: Provide essential training and support to cardholders and approving officials.

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Fraud Prevention: Analyze transactions to identify cost-saving opportunities and potential fraud.

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Auditing & Improvement: Conduct regular audits and recommend process enhancements.

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Relationship Building: Maintain professional relationships with vendors, departments, and auditors.

Minimum Qualifications:

What We're Looking For:

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Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in business/accounting or related field or an equivalent combination of procurement training and experience is preferred.

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Experience: Two years of business experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience (i.e. procurement or card related experience).

• Experience demonstrating ability to communicate and work effectively with all levels of management/staff/public/
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Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and proficiency in MS Office Suite. Knowledge of Banner Finance is a plus.

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Certification: Certified Procurement Card Professional (CPCP) certification is preferred.

Position Details:

This is a full-time, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and https://www.alaska.edu/hr/benefits/support/prospectiveemployees.php. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the https://www.alaska.edu/hr/benefits/compensation/salary.php, Grade 78, based on education and experience.

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references with your application.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified.

Review of application materials will begin immediately. Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient and viable number of qualified candidates have been identified.