Business Manager

University of Maryland, United States

Updated: about 1 year ago
Location: College Park, MARYLAND
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Position Number: 104099
Title: Business Manager
Functional Title: Business Manager
Category Status: 33-Exempt Regular
Applicant Search Category: Staff
University Authorized FTE: 1.000
Unit: ARHU-Meyerhoff Program & Center for Jewish Studies
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Vaccine Protocol
The University of Maryland has made the safety of our students, faculty and staff, and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University requires that students, faculty, and staff on the UMD campus be vaccinated against COVID-19. As a prospective and/or a new employee at UMD, you will be required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required before the start of employment in order to work at any University of Maryland location. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement at return.umd.edu and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or to obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption will result in the offer of employment being rescinded.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Business Manager will serve as the primary administrator for the Meyerhoff Center for Jewish Studies and the Gildenhorn Institute for Israel Studies. This position will manage all financial activities for the units. Position will maintain, reconcile, and prepare reports for all departmental accounts, including state, DRIF, revolving, grant, and foundation accounts; prepare, monitor, and report on departmental budget execution; manage all UMCPF, USMF, and Common Trust foundation accounts; process personnel actions and payroll for the unit, including preparation of visa applications for foreign nationals; assist in planning and developing budgets for special events; ensure timely payment of vendor invoices; work with ARHU Development to maintain new donor relationships and research potential grant and funding opportunities; assist faculty with pre-award proposal submittal; process student scholarships; and fulfill other tasks as assigned by the Director. Schedule flexibility and willingness to work some nights and weekends for departmental events as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree required with a concentration in Business Management, Accounting, Finance, or a related area of concentration.

Experience:
5 years of progressively responsible experience in budgeting, accounting, payroll, purchasing, and personnel work.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Demonstrated experience in summarizing, analyzing, and reporting financial information.
  • Demonstrated ability to set priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of financial management, accounting principles, budget development, and budget reporting.
  • Clearly demonstrated organizational, data management, and administrative skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Knowledge of Windows, Excel, and web-based applications- Demonstrated ability to implement and use technological tools
Preferences:
Preferences: 
  • Master’s degree preferred in related field
  • Experience using University of Maryland College Park business systems, including KFS, PHR, BPM, Priority/BA’s, KR, TCMS, PCMS.
  • Experience managing Financial information and services in an academic /higher education setting.
  • Experience managing foundation accounts.
  • Capable of working independently with minimal supervision in a multi-tasking environment.
  • Ability to effectively interact with a diverse student body, faculty and staff while fostering an environment of inclusion and equity.
Additional Certifications:
n/a
Additional Information:
Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position
Physical Demands
Sedentary work. Employee will need to be able to sit for long periods of time to work on a computer, as well as travel occasionally to meet with clients and customers on and off campus.
Posting Date: 12/01/2022
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Yes
Best Consideration Date 01/06/2023
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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