Business Operations Professional III

Job Title

Business Operations Professional III

S15237P

PSO-Carl Vinson Institute of Government

Athens Area, GA

Full‑Time Employee

Commensurate with Experience

06/02/2026

07/15/2026

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience.

This Business Operations Professional serves as a strategic business partner to the Institute, providing comprehensive financial management of organizational accounts through a deep understanding of the Institute’s mission, operations, and the specific business needs of our divisions. This role applies advanced knowledge of financial accounting and public budgeting within the context of higher education and public service to support sound decision‑making and operational effectiveness.

Acting as an internal consultant on fiscal affairs, financial management, and budget strategy, this position advises faculty, staff, and leadership on budgeting, budget management, and financial planning. Responsibilities include monitoring personal services and operating expenditures in relation to budgets and actuals, as well as overseeing sub‑awards, contracts, and other outsourced services.

Using advanced financial expertise, the Business Operations Professional ensures all transactions comply with Institute of Government guidelines, University of Georgia policies, and Board of Regents policies. The role leads the development and production of complex financial reports and maintains accurate financial data and records within internal financial management systems (Quick Books and related document management systems) to support transparency and informed decision‑making.

The Business Operations Professional ensures proper administration of all related agreements, including compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements. Regular financial analysis and reporting are conducted using internal systems, and accounts are routinely reconciled against university records to ensure accuracy and integrity.

Supporting business operations across multiple divisions, the position ensures financial coverage aligns with organizational priorities. The Business Operations Professional provides professional oversight of fiscal affairs, reinforces best practices in financial management, and serves as a trusted advisor and resource to faculty, staff, and leadership regarding financial operations and account management.

This position provides supervision of staff, including training, mentoring, evaluating team members, and assigning and prioritizing work to ensure efficient operations and alignment with organizational goals, administrative requirements, and financial management standards.

• Strong working knowledge of People Soft, Quick Books, Excel, and Word.
• Ability to work well with others and independently on projects.
• Ability to interpret UGA financial reports.
• Commitment to providing quality customer service and understanding its value.

• Lift up to 20 pounds.
• Work on a computer for long periods of time.
• Maneuver between four buildings located on site.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, verification of credentials and employment history, a satisfactory credit check, and where applicable a pre‑employment drug test for high‑risk responsibilities.

• Manage and review proposals, budgets, agreements, contracts, subcontracts, sales orders, invoices, or grants with internal and external constituencies.
• Analyze and…