Business Manager, Field Extension

The Business Manager will direct the management of the finances and business office support for their assigned area(s) with annual, weighted operating expenditures exceeding $33 million dollars. Serve as the resource/liaison for assigned area to the central offices. Provide proper interpretation of University, Federal, State, and sponsoring agency policies and procedures. Collaborate closely with central business service operations and other related entities in meeting the strategic goals of the University. This position will play a key role in the preparation of financial and management reports to support long-range planning forecasts; budget recommendations, planning, and analysis; and financial analysis and strategic financial management of the department. Serve as mentor and key resource person to peers within the business office. Maintain a unit that provides excellent business management support to the department executive leadership, directors, managers, staff, and students.

This is a hybrid position, requiring 2-3 days per week of in-person work.

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance or related field of study
• Two (2) years of business administration, financial management, or related experience
• Ability to analyze, interpret, implement and communicate University policies and procedures
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
• Excellent planning, problem-solving, analytical, organizational, project management, financial analysis, supervisory, and customer service skills
• Ability to influence and build work relationships among a diverse workforce at all levels
• Must be able to foster a participative supervisory style that utilizes accountability, respect and teamwork to successfully guide the work of others
• Must possess a learning orientation to changing technology impacting business processes, e.g. SAP, etc.
• Proficient in following software: Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Demonstrate originality, creativity, and ability to resolve complex issues on a daily basis

Preferred:

• Six (6) credit hours of accounting coursework desired
• A demonstrated knowledge of sponsor and University regulations and basic proficiency in all technical and professional skills related to business office and contract grant management
• Knowledge of SAP, Cognos and Banner

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• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
• Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

• Professional 2
• Pay Band: S065
• Job Code: 20002427