Job Title:

Senior Business Manager (LLLU/CATS) 

Physical Location:

 Kent Campus - Kent, OH

Salary:

 $58,202 - $77,000

Basic Function:

To plan, develop, and manage the business and financial operations of a college or typically a large department or unit.

Additional Basic Function -- if applicable:

Examples of Duties:

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following: 

Plan, develop and manage the business and financial operations for assigned unit(s). Serve as primary contact through which all fiscal events occur. Ensure departmental adherence to university policy, procedures and internal controls with regard to business and financial related matters. Serve as a member of the management team to plan, direct and execute departmental goals, policies and procedures. Develop and maintain budgeting systems. Audit accounting records and prepare financial reports. Review, approve and process personnel transactions; serve as a liaison on human resource related matters. Develop operating budget; direct all purchasing activities. Analyze financial information; provide advice on business matters to others within the department or unit. Serve on various department, division and university committees. Coordinate projects and/or special events. Provide functional guidance of administrative/professional employees and/or direct supervision of support staff on an ongoing basis. May fulfill responsibilities of human resource management including equal opportunity, affirmative action and employee development. Coordinate and oversee personnel activities including, but not limited to recruitment, employee selection, appraisals, evaluation and independent contractor employment. May coordinate computer operations for assigned unit. May formulate and implement operating guidelines and procedures for internal business matters, including enforcing policies and procedures and managing the workflow of the unit. Perform related duties as assigned.

Additional Examples of Duties -- if applicable:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business or related; four years of relevant experience.

OR

Master's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field; two years of relevant experience

License/Certification:

Knowledge Of:

Budgeting; accounting principles; bookkeeping procedures; personal computer applications *

Skill In:

Written and interpersonal communication

Ability To:

Communicate effectively with all components of the University and external constituents; manage people and projects

Preferred Qualifications -- if applicable:

Assessments:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects. Incumbent must be able to communicate with others. Incumbent may be required to travel from building to building frequently and off campus occasionally.

Working Schedule:

Additional Information:

Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be requir