Business Manager Finance and Operations
Business Manager Finance and Operations
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Job Description
The University of Oklahoma Outreach/College of Continuing Education is a recognized leader in lifelong learning offering highquality educational opportunities beyond the traditional classroom. Our mission is to share the universitys knowledge to support learners of all ages by providing workforce training continuing education and community partnerships helping individuals gain the skills needed to tackle todays challenges.
To help forward this mission we are on the lookout for a dedicated and dynamic Business Manager of Finance and Operations. This pivotal role is perfect for a strategic thinker with a robust background in finance and accounting paired with proven managerial experience.
Why OU:
In addition to a job that gives fulfillment and your salary you will also have access to a generous benefits package that includes:
- 14 holidays each year and 16 25 hours of earned PTO per month
- Insurance plans for you and your family
- Retirement options that require no contributions from the employee
- And much more! For a list of OUs benefits click here.
What you will do:
As the Business Manager you will primarily oversee our financial activities along with other operational duties:
- Financial Responsibilities:
- Manages daily financial operations including but not limited to payroll review and approval financial transactions approval preparation and/or review of monthly reconciliation of the financial accounts and billing and financial reports. Make recommendations to enhance operations.
- Supervises department financial staff. Responsible for delegating tasks reviewing work providing guidance and training and serving as a mentor for staff.
- Prepare budget and financial reports including recommendations for solutions to complex financial or related problems.
- Mentor distributed financial staff in seventeen departments 23 individual roles).
- Operational Duties:
- Serve as the point of contact for daytoday operations of the Outreach/College of Continuing Education (CCE). The position will work with CCE departments on standardized processes procedures and systems for financial procurement human resource management and compliance for federal and state funding.
- Responsible for special projects where a thorough knowledge of the department University state and federal regulations and accounting principles are required. Performs comprehensive analyses of changes to financial activity. Provides ongoing fiscal monitoring forecasts of operations and other longrange operational planning to accommodate program growth.
- Assists Outreach/CCE senior leadership directors and managers with grant and contract proposal process for departments within the College. Assists with preparation and/or review of budgets coordinates requirements with principal investigators and ensures compliance with deadlines for all grant proposals. Review grants before they are submitted.
- Assists Outreach/CCE senior leadership directors and managers in the development documentation and implementation of policies and procedures for financial and human resource processes within the College. Monitors and ensures compliance with established policies and procedures University policies and state statutes. Responsible for updating policies and procedures as needed.
- For a full job description clickhere.
Ready to make a difference Prepare your resume and cover letter and click Apply Online! We look forward to hearing from you!
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelors Degree in Accounting Business Administration or a closely related fieldAND: - 36 months experience in Finance Accounting or closely related field to include 12 months managerial or supervisory experience.
Equivalency/Substitution:Experience or a combination of education & related experience can be considered in lieu of degree. A onetoone ratio is used to determine the number of years of experience required in place of a degree.
Skills:
- Accounting Skills:Understanding accounting concepts internal controls and possession of strong analytical skills.
- Computer Skills: Experience with PeopleSoft and Microsoft Office.
- Communication Skills:Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Supervisor Skills:Ability to direct the work of subordinate staff.
- Initiative Skills: Theability to make recommendations to enhance operations. Selfstarter.
- Organizational Skills:Ability to prioritize workload and organize workflow within the department including delegating tasks when appropriate.
Required Working Conditions:
- Sit for prolonged periods of time.
- Use of a computer and calculator.
- Manual dexterity.
- Communicate effectively and listen.
- Office Environment.
Department Preferences
- Masters Degree in Accounting Business Administration or aclosely related field.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- 60 months experience in Finance Accounting or a closely related field including 24 months of managerial or supervisory experience.
- Grant and Contract administration experience.
- University Experience including all university systems.
- Experience with change management.
Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy visit You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility belonging and access which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents perspectives and experiences of our community enrich the learning and working environment at OU inspiring us to harness our innovation creativity and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations does not discriminate based on race color national origin sex sexual orientation genetic information gender identity gender expression age religion disability political beliefs or status as a veteran in any of its policies practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited toadmissions employment financial aid housing services in educational programs or activities and health care services that the University operates or provides.
Required Attachments
Documents required for this position are listed under the Required Attachments section of this job listing. You will be required to upload and attach these documents in the application process.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
