BUSINESS MANAGER

Job Posting:

JR100607 BUSINESS MANAGER (Open)

Department:

Academic Affairs-Provost Ofc, PM

Position Type:

Regular

Open Date:

12-10-2024

Close Date:

Salary Range $79,280 - $82,604

Job Description:

This position will administer and manage the budget, financial operations, and other business activities for the Henson School and Seidel School Dean’s Offices, academic departments, and externally funded programs; this includes management of fiscal resources and efficient use of personnel while leveraging analytics to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the unit.

Support budget development process and forecasting while monitoring accounts and expenses for the State of Maryland, SU Foundation, and externally funded accounts. This includes reporting, budget analysis, developing projections, strategic planning, auditing, and reconciliation.

Authority and Accountability

This position reports directly to the Director of Academic Affairs Operations and supports the Deans of the Henson School and Dean of the Seidel School. The Business Manager will have financial oversight and direct budgetary responsibility and authority with the Deans and Director.

Required/Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in business, finance, accounting, management, or a business-related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum of two years of experience in budgeting, accounting, payroll, purchasing, project management, and personnel.

Must be detail and data oriented and have excellent interpersonal, customer service, organization and planning, prioritization, problem solving, follow through, time management, and oral/written communication skills.

Must be flexible and possess ability to successfully handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and work well under pressure, independently, and in a team-oriented environment.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams) is required.

Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the USA. No visa sponsorship is offered for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in higher education or university system experience (specifically USM) supporting dean-level, academic unit, or multi-unit administration is strongly preferred.

Prior experience working with the State of Maryland.

Knowledge of state procurement policies and procedures.

Experience in Workday Enterprise Management system.

Ability to learn and work with data analytic platforms.

Additional Job Information:

The position is a full-time, exempt state role with comprehensive benefits.

Priority will be given to applicants who apply by November 27, 2024. However, the position will remain open until filled.

Please note, only applications submitted through Salisbury University’s Online Employment Application System will be considered. Any supporting documents must be uploaded with the online application, as documents sent via email will not be accepted. Additionally, three professional references will be required during the final stages of the hiring process. Candidates will be notified prior to their references being contacted.

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