Business Manager III Spvr

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Business Manager III Spvr

Job Category Staff & Executive - Finance/Accounting/Purchasing Department NB Business and Admin Services Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's 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.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Business Manager III Spvr for the NB Chancellor's Business and Admin Services department. The department provides business operations support to multiple departments reporting to the New Brunswick Chancellor as well as direct business support to the Office of the New Brunswick Chancellor. The Business Manager will report to the Senior Director of Business Operations.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

Maintain records and files that will enable the Senior Director to quickly audit results compiled by the Business Manager.

Review and approve business transactions including requisitions, expense reports, general ledger adjustments and payroll commitment accounting instructions for multiple departments as assigned by the Senior Director of Business Operations, with a focus on Douglass Residential College.

Will have broad discretion to approve or reject transactions based on compliance with University policies and procedures.

Establish positive relationships with the administrative staff in the departments he/she oversees, ensuring adherence to university policy and communication of changes in policies or procedures.

Provide training to new staff on department specific GL and project codes and will ensure that they have appropriate access to university business systems needed to perform their job responsibilities.

Perform monthly reconciliations of department payroll distribution, outstanding commitment reports, and transaction reports.

Analyze reports and assist departments will the interpretation of financial data.

Ensure department adherence to budget.

Responsible for projects as assigned related to implementation of New Brunswick wide processes such as annual department budget preparation, effort certification, and financial reporting.

Maintain positive relationships with department administrative staff, program coordinators, directors, managers, and the Vice Chancellors in the New Brunswick Chancellor's Office.

Exercise good judgement and tact in resolving a diverse range of issues.

Maintain a high level of professionalism while providing very precise, conscientious attention to details and have the ability to multi-task.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement FLSA Exempt Grade 06 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 76702.000 Annual Mid Range Salary 97086.500 Annual Maximum Salary 117471.000 Standard Hours 37.50 Union Description Admin Assembly (MPSC) Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to https:// uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https: // finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health- insurance.

Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree, preferably in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

A minimum of five years of related professional experience in a finance or accounting function in a leadership or managerial role of increasing responsibility.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated analytical skills that allow for interpretation of budgetary, financial, and related management information.

Excellent attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.

Excellent computer skills and experience using spreadsheet, charting, and other software tools, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Must be expert in the use of pivot tables and other advanced spreadsheet tasks.

Strong writing skills sufficient to draft professional reports and correspondence that is clear and concise.

The successful candidate will have the ability to exercise good judgment and discretion, especially with regards to sensitive or confidential financial or organizational matters and respond flexibly and positively in all circumstances, and to work calmly under pressure.

He or she must also be able to work cooperatively with people from all levels in the University.

Requires strong understanding of business and accounting principles, strong communication skills, and ability to interpret complex policies and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Oracle Cloud Financials, PeopleSoft, Hyperion, and Marketplace Procurement systems preferred.

Advanced excel skills proficiency preferred.

. Master's degree preferred.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 23ST2271

Posting Open Date 08/22/2023 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Douglass (RU-New Brunswick) City New Brunswick State NJ Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre- employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees, Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: https:// uhr.rutgers.edu/non- discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().

Do you have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree, preferably in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience?

Yes

No

Do you have a minimum of five years of related professional experience in a finance or accounting function in a leadership or managerial role of increasing responsibility?

Yes

No

Do you have experience in higher education?

Yes

No

Do you have supervisory experience?

Yes

No

Do you have experience in tracking multiple revenue streams?

Yes

No

Are you familiar with accounting for gifts and endowments?

Yes

No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume/CV

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents