Business Manager, Office of the Provost

The Associate Business Manager will direct the management of the finances and business office support for several units and programs in the Vice Provost for Teaching and Learning organization, including Center for Instructional Excellence (CIE), Exploratory Studies (EXPL), Certificate Programs (CERT), Student Success (SS), Undergraduate Advising, Career Success (CCO), Summer Programs and PPHS Coordination, exceeding $12.7M in annual expenditures.  Serve as the resource/liaison for the Department to the executive leadership and 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 management of unit resources.  Serve as a mentor and key resource person to peers within the Business Office.   Maintain a unit that provides excellent business management support to unit Directors, staff, and students.

Remote work will be considered for this position based on the candidate’s location and interest

The starting pay range for this position will be $50,000 – $53,500 per year plus benefits

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, or a related field of study
• One year of business administration, financial management, or related experience
• Ability to analyze, interpret, implement, and communicate policies and procedures.
• Ability and knowledge to utilize data reporting tools to analyze data, prepare reports, and present data according to user requirements
• 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
• Proficient in the following software: Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Demonstrate originality, creativity, and ability to resolve issues daily

Preferred:

• Six credit hours of accounting coursework
• 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, Concur, ARIBA, and Cognos

Additional Information: 

• To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary CLICK HERE
• 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 EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply

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