Finance Consultant (Part-Time Higher Education)

Position Overview

• Location Type: Remote
• Job Type: Part-time, Project-based
• Salary: $45 - $63 per hour (subject to adjustment based on skills and location)
• Company Contribution: 5% to 401k

Strata Information Group (SIG) is seeking experienced Higher Education Finance professionals or consultants with expertise in Ellucian Banner or Ellucian Colleague. In this part-time, remote role, you will collaborate with college and university finance teams to implement, optimize, and support the Finance modules of either Banner or Colleague. Consultants must be available during normal U.S. business hours for client collaboration across various time zones. Occasional travel to client sites may be required.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in the Higher Education industry, ideally in a Finance-related leadership role.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Ellucian Banner or Ellucian Colleague, including Finance module configuration and support.
• Proven experience with implementation, optimization, and user support for higher education financial systems.
• Strong understanding of financial operations in higher education, including accounting, budgeting, and procurement.
• Demonstrated ability to enhance business processes and drive operational efficiency.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, customer-focused approach.
• Ability to troubleshoot system and functional issues and liaise with technical support as needed.
• Availability during standard U.S. business hours and the ability to work flexibly based on project needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide functional consulting, training, and support for Ellucian Banner or Colleague Finance modules.
• Analyze and optimize business processes related to general accounting, budgeting, purchasing, accounts payable/receivable, and financial reporting.
• Configure and test ERP systems to meet institutional requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand challenges, define goals, and recommend improvements aligned with industry best practices.
• Leverage ERP tools to enhance and automate financial processes within higher education institutions.
• Troubleshoot functional and technical issues and assist in maintaining data integrity.
• Provide end-user training, documentation, and support for software usage and upgrades.
• Coordinate with internal and external teams to ensure timely and successful project delivery.
• Stay current on trends in higher education finance and ERP solutions and share recommendations with clients.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing project-based consulting engagements.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
• Ability to travel occasionally for on-site client work.

Company Information

Strata Information Group (SIG) Solves Problems. We are a team of dedicated professionals deeply committed to excellence and innovation. SIG has been a trusted partner to over 1,000 higher education institutions globally since our inception in 1988. Our solution sets include Strategy & Optimization Consulting, Enterprise Applications Implementation and Managed Services, Data Services, and Cybersecurity. SIG values client satisfaction, integrity, and expertise in higher education. We embrace diversity, collaboration, and personal growth in our inclusive environment.

Application Instructions

If you are a Banner or Colleague Finance expert looking for flexible, part-time work and enjoy solving problems in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.

Additional Information

• SIG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
• California Consumer Privacy Act Notice provided.