Business Manager SR
Business Manager SR
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Job Description
Overview
The S.J. and Jessie E. Quinney College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (QANR) at Utah State University is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Business Manager SR to oversee the financial and operational management of the Utah Agricultural Experiment Station (UAES). This position is integral to ensuring smooth operations sound financial management and compliance with institutional state and federal regulations across these diverse units.
Reporting to the QANR Financial Officer the Business Manager SR will manage complex funding sources and oversee activities such as budget preparation and grant accounting. The role also includes supervising business services staff coordinating with university departments and implementing innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead critical operational functions and contribute to the success of QANRs academic and research missions.
Responsibilities
- Manage federal and state appropriations for the Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) including prepare program of applications to USDA NIFA formulate and review budget and expenditure of AES funds within the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and other colleges to ensure compliance with university policies and procedures as well as state and federal regulations. Work closely with Program Coordinator to ensure the budget distributed is in line with the 250 research projects.
- Manage daily financial activities for AES and Deans office. Prepare and review budget revenue expenses payroll entries invoices and other accounting transactions such as distribution of IDC return salary planner Confocal billing publication reimbursement UAES and Deans office travel support deposits and Sheep farm billings.
- Compile and analyze financial information to provide financial assistance to the director dean department heads principal investigators business managers and staff.
- Coordinate and design a database system for the financial management of all funding within the college implement financial management systems and report.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in a business field plus four years of experience or an equivalent combination of education plus experience is required
Preferred Qualifications
- Contract and grant experience
- Experience working in USU Business Services and knowledge of processes and policies
- Experience working with Microsoft Excel and Access Database
- Experience or knowledge of Agricultural Experiment Station program
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of finance enterprise systems and software.
- Computer skills including Excel and Windows.
- Knowledge of management reporting systems.
- Knowledge of finance accounting budgeting and cost control procedures.
- Ability to train and lead staff.
- Problem solving and critical thinking skills.
- Knowledge of contracting process and associated local state federal and other regulations.
- Ability to develop and maintain recordkeeping systems and procedures.
- Skilled in budget preparation and fiscal management.
- Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports statements and/or projections.
- Knowledge of software to quantify and illustrate complex financial reports comparisons impacts and/or projections.
- Knowledge of current business issues and trends.
- Expert knowledge of financial principles practices concepts and the analysis of reports of financial data.
Required Documents
Along with the online application please attach:
1. Resume/CV to uploaded to the Candidate Profile
2. Cover Letter to be typed/pasted at the end of the application
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
ADA
Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.
University Highlights
Founded in 1888 Utah State University is Utahs premier land-grant public service university. As an R1 research institution Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local regional and global communities. USU prepares students to be active civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education USU remains a leader in research discovery and public impact.
USU enrolls 28900 students both online and in person atlocations throughout the state. Utah States 30 locations include a main campus in Logan Utah residential campuses in Price and Blanding and six additional statewide campuses along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utahs counties.
Competing at the NCAA Division I level USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports reflecting USUs commitment to perseverance and achievement.
Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected valued and supported. We seek to recruit hire and retain people from all walks of life who willchampion excellence in education research discovery outreach and believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be recognized our commitment to employees when they namedUtah State the best employer in Utahin 2023.Learn moreabout USU.
The university provides aDual Career Assistance Programto support careers for partners who are also seeking is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability contact the universitys ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at or.
*updated 07/2025
Notice of Non-discrimination
In its programs and activities including in admissions and employment Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment based on race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by University policy Title IX or any other federal state or local law.
Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring promotion transfer or termination based on race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal state or local law.
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In all circumstances Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.
The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs non-discrimination policies:
Matthew Pinner
Executive Director
Civil Rights & Title IX Office
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Cody Carmichael
Title IX Coordinator
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Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
*updated 06/2025
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
