Colleague Finance Consultant.

Accountabilities:

• Partner with colleges and universities to implement, optimize, and support the Ellucian Colleague Finance module.

• Advise finance leaders and institutional teams on aligning system capabilities with business objectives and operational requirements.

• Analyze and improve financial processes across general ledger, budgeting, purchasing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting.

• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, improve data quality, reduce manual tasks, and enhance operational efficiency.

• Lead client discovery sessions, workshops, and training initiatives to support successful system adoption and organizational change.

• Support software implementations, upgrades, testing, system enhancements, and ongoing optimization projects.

• Troubleshoot functional and system-related issues, investigate root causes, and coordinate solutions with technical teams.

• Develop user documentation, process guides, and training materials to empower finance teams and end users.

• Recommend reporting improvements, automation opportunities, and process modernization strategies.

• Stay informed about higher education finance trends, Ellucian product developments, and industry best practices.

• Collaborate with project teams to deliver high-quality consulting services, meet project timelines, and maintain strong client relationships.

Requirements:

• At least 5 years of experience working in higher education, with a strong understanding of the financial and operational challenges facing colleges and universities.

• At least 5 years of hands-on experience with Ellucian Colleague, including advanced knowledge of the Finance module.

• Experience supporting or leading Colleague Finance implementations, upgrades, or system optimization initiatives.

• Strong knowledge of higher education financial operations, including general ledger, budgeting, purchasing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting.

• Experience developing or using reporting solutions for financial decision-making, budget management, reconciliation, and operational analysis.

• Familiarity with SaaS applications, cloud-based technologies, and digital transformation initiatives in higher education.

• Proven ability to analyze complex business processes, identify improvement opportunities, and implement practical solutions.

• Experience in consulting, advisory, or client-facing roles, with the ability to build relationships and guide stakeholders through change.

• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with both business and technical teams.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, a customer-focused mindset, and a commitment to delivering outstanding client experiences.

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and demonstrate initiative, adaptability, and curiosity.

• Willingness and ability to travel occasionally for client engagements and project requirements.

Nice to have:

• Experience leading or managing project-based initiatives involving multiple stakeholders and timelines.

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline.

• Experience modernizing finance operations through process improvement, automation, or technology transformation.

• Previous consulting experience supporting higher education institutions.

Benefits:

• Annual salary ranging from $100,000 to $115,000, plus bonus potential.

• Fully remote work within the United States.

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.

• Paid parental leave.

• Three weeks of vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.

• 401(k) retirement plan with a 5% employer contribution.

• Pet insurance.

• Opportunities to work on impactful projects with colleges and universities nationwide.

• A collaborative, client-focused environment that values professional expertise, continuous improvement, and meaningful contributions.