Business Manager, Central Units
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Job Location:
Piscataway, NJ - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
7 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Posting Summary
Rutgers The State University is seeking a Business Manager within the Financial Planning Analysis and Budget department the central budget office for the university. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of University Financial Planning Analysis and Budget this position plays a pivotal role in all aspects of budget management and development for the universitys central administrative divisions including but not limited to Academic Affairs Development and Alumni Relations the Division of the President Government Relations General Counsel Institutional Planning and Operations Office of Research Office of Information Technology University Finance & Administration and University Human Resources. This position operates within the broader Financial Planning and Analytics organization which is led by the Vice President for Financial Planning and Analytics Chief Budget Officer. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Prepares the consolidated budgets for the central unit and where applicable. Develops budgets for divisions without dedicated business managers while collaborating with business managers in divisions that have dedicated finance leads. Reviews budget estimates and proposals for completeness and accuracy monitoring expenditures against approved budgets and providing detailed variance analyses with recommendations for corrective actions. Collaborates on the development and implementation of the departments annual budget calendar. Establishes templates and guidelines for budget preparation. Ensures consistent application of standard processes for budgeting forecasting and maintaining financial documentation. Produces routine and ad hoc reports for senior leadership including the VP for Financial Planning and Analytics Chief Budget Officer. Facilitates meetings to review financial performance and strategic priorities as the primary point of contact for budget development and forecasting. Ensures that all financial files and methodologies are documented and maintained for audit readiness and compliance purposes. Collaborates with leadership across multiple units to align financial planning with the universitys mission and long-term goals providing expertise in both short-term and long-term strategic financial planning. Supports special projects and emerging initiatives requiring a broad understanding of the universitys fiscal objectives and the ability to adapt to evolving priorities. Exercises sound judgment maintains confidentiality and demonstrates strong analytical and communication skills to effectively manage complex financial processes and deliver actionable insights that support decision-making at the highest levels of the institution. Handles both short-term and long-term strategic budget and financial planning. Provides support for ad hoc projects as assigned.
Overview
Rutgers The State University of New Jersey is a leading national research university and the State of New Jerseys preeminent comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. Ranked in 2022 by Forbes as a top 100 best large employer in America Rutgers commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe diverse and respectful workplace environment creating employment opportunities for our nations military veterans and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. University Finance and Administration ( UFA ) advances Rutgers strategic priorities through the management of all central financial administrative and student information systems and processes. We supply the universitys financial community the professional guidance services tools and information needed to make the informed decisions that contribute to Rutgers standing as an academic health and research powerhouse. We are deeply committed to our guiding principles and the core values that are critical for the long-term strategic growth of our division and the university. For more information please visit .
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a higher education and/or public sector setting. Demonstrated leadership and resource management capabilities. Ability to mentor and upskill staff. An in-depth understanding of the current Rutgers University Systems: Oracle EPBCS PeopleSoft and Jaggaer preferred. Masters degree. Knowledge of Responsibility Center Management ( RCM ) Budgeting Tableau Oracle ERP Cloud and Oracle Enterprise Budget Planning Cloud software.
Rutgers The State University is seeking a Business Manager within the Financial Planning Analysis and Budget department the central budget office for the university. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of University Financial Planning Analysis and Budget this position plays a pivotal role in all aspects of budget management and development for the universitys central administrative divisions including but not limited to Academic Affairs Development and Alumni Relations the Division of the President Government Relations General Counsel Institutional Planning and Operations Office of Research Office of Information Technology University Finance & Administration and University Human Resources. This position operates within the broader Financial Planning and Analytics organization which is led by the Vice President for Financial Planning and Analytics Chief Budget Officer. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Prepares the consolidated budgets for the central unit and where applicable. Develops budgets for divisions without dedicated business managers while collaborating with business managers in divisions that have dedicated finance leads. Reviews budget estimates and proposals for completeness and accuracy monitoring expenditures against approved budgets and providing detailed variance analyses with recommendations for corrective actions. Collaborates on the development and implementation of the departments annual budget calendar. Establishes templates and guidelines for budget preparation. Ensures consistent application of standard processes for budgeting forecasting and maintaining financial documentation. Produces routine and ad hoc reports for senior leadership including the VP for Financial Planning and Analytics Chief Budget Officer. Facilitates meetings to review financial performance and strategic priorities as the primary point of contact for budget development and forecasting. Ensures that all financial files and methodologies are documented and maintained for audit readiness and compliance purposes. Collaborates with leadership across multiple units to align financial planning with the universitys mission and long-term goals providing expertise in both short-term and long-term strategic financial planning. Supports special projects and emerging initiatives requiring a broad understanding of the universitys fiscal objectives and the ability to adapt to evolving priorities. Exercises sound judgment maintains confidentiality and demonstrates strong analytical and communication skills to effectively manage complex financial processes and deliver actionable insights that support decision-making at the highest levels of the institution. Handles both short-term and long-term strategic budget and financial planning. Provides support for ad hoc projects as assigned.
Overview
Rutgers The State University of New Jersey is a leading national research university and the State of New Jerseys preeminent comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. Ranked in 2022 by Forbes as a top 100 best large employer in America Rutgers commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe diverse and respectful workplace environment creating employment opportunities for our nations military veterans and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. University Finance and Administration ( UFA ) advances Rutgers strategic priorities through the management of all central financial administrative and student information systems and processes. We supply the universitys financial community the professional guidance services tools and information needed to make the informed decisions that contribute to Rutgers standing as an academic health and research powerhouse. We are deeply committed to our guiding principles and the core values that are critical for the long-term strategic growth of our division and the university. For more information please visit .
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a higher education and/or public sector setting. Demonstrated leadership and resource management capabilities. Ability to mentor and upskill staff. An in-depth understanding of the current Rutgers University Systems: Oracle EPBCS PeopleSoft and Jaggaer preferred. Masters degree. Knowledge of Responsibility Center Management ( RCM ) Budgeting Tableau Oracle ERP Cloud and Oracle Enterprise Budget Planning Cloud software.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Business Development
- Sales Experience
- Management Experience
- Microsoft Outlook
- QuickBooks
- Lawson
- Banking
- Business Management
- Conflict Management
- Strategic Planning
- Leadership Experience
- negotiation
About Company
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is one of America's leading public research universities. Consistently top-ranked, Rutgers offers a range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs and continuing education opportunities.
