Business Manager - Business Enterprises

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JOB TITLE:   

Business Manager - Business Enterprises

JOB PURPOSE:

The Business Manager for Business Enterprises will work closely with the Director of Shared Business Services to manage, direct, and supervise the subdivision’s shared operations including financial, human resources, compliance, and business office activities and services. The Business Manager will conduct special financial, accounting, human resources, and/or other administrative projects and suggest improvements for the most effective use of resources. 

This position will interpret, administer, and apply university policy and procedures and assist with the development of policy and procedures for areas of influence. This position will have direct supervisory responsibilities and will work under very limited supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and oversee the financial and accounting operations of the units within the Business Enterprises subdivision including record administration and reporting systems, development of workflow and analysis, process administration, and maintenance of forms and filing systems.
• Serve as the Cost Center Approver for units within the subdivision of Business Enterprises.
• Review business practices, policies, and procedures; analyze data flow and perform computer reporting and file research for special projects; monitor business activity; monitor workforce distribution and planning; monitor and make recommendations regarding account expenditures.
• Interview, hire, train, supervise and evaluate support staff; supervise accounting and related personnel functions.
• Review business/accounting work for accuracy and coordination of flow; research and report on budgeting and personnel activity.
• Counsel staff and clients regarding policy, procedure and guidelines; provide policy interpretations and application procedures.  
• Ensure accurate and timely billing for apartments, halls, and meal plans using university-approved software for housing management.  
• Oversee PCI (Payment Card Industry) requirements and compliance for retail/dining locations. Assist with PCI compliance audits.
• Perform high-level reconciliations of accounts payable and accounts receivables from various sources.
• Manage all financial contracts for the subdivision.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct special projects, as directed.
• Responsible for computerized documentation; may perform routine programming.
• May monitor and update fee schedules as directed.
• May act as liaison to departments and campus administration. 

COMPETENCIES:

• Decisiveness 
• Individual Leadership
• Adaptability
• Meeting Membership
• Attention to Detail
• Quality Orientation
• Technical/Professional Knowledge
• Work Prioritization & Management 
• Work Standards

WORK LOCATION: This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus. This position must be eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for work authorization or work visas is not available for this position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

Education:  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. Or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Experience:  2 years work-related experience

Required licensure, certification, registration or other requirements:  

Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy. 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Knowledge of accounting theory, principles, systems, and practices
• Experience with computerized information systems used in financial and/or accounting applications such as Oracle Cloud
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and Access
• Experience with payroll and hiring
• Experience balancing and reconciling accounts
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to lead continuous improvement initiativ