Business Services Pro - Tifton Campus

Position: Business Services Pro I- Tifton Campus

Position Summary

The Business Manager supports the Senior Business Manager and departmental faculty by overseeing daily administrative, financial, and operational functions. This role ensures efficient business operations, compliance with university policies, and effective coordination with faculty, staff, and external partners. The Business Manager serves as a resource for assigned units, providing guidance on financial transactions, personnel processes, and reporting needs. They also resolve day-to‑day issues and coordinate with stakeholders to implement solutions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent.

Key Responsibilities Accounting & Payroll

• Process routine accounting allocations, EDRs, budget transfers, AP vouchers, and general ledger journals.
• Review and submit payroll transactions for accuracy on a bi‑weekly/monthly basis.
• Approve travel requests, purchase orders, payment requests, and journals.
• Perform weekly accounting validations and adjustments as needed.
• Assist faculty with budgeting related to grant proposals when necessary.
• Serve as the designated P‑Card approver for cardholders within the unit.

Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare and distribute monthly financial status reports for faculty and staff.
• Work with faculty to close out accounts before project completions on restricted funds or at the end of the fiscal year on state funds.
• Monitor expenditures for compliance with approved budgets and ensure internal controls are followed for all fiscal functions.
• Resolve daily operational issues and escalate complex matters to the Senior Business Manager.

Miscellaneous

• Support special projects and initiatives led by the Senior Business Manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Ability to remember details, accurately analyze information, and arrive at appropriate conclusions.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to a broad constituent base.
• Ability to work in an office environment with frequent interruptions and irregularities in the work schedule.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Physical Demands

• Lift lightweight materials.
• Sit at a desk for the majority of the work day.
• Driving as needed to perform job duties.

Additional Requirements

• Driving is a responsibility of this position:
  Yes
• Position of Trust:
  Yes
• Access or control of financial resources:
  Yes
• Requires a P‑Card:
  No
• Having a P‑Card is an essential function of this position:
  No
• Security Access:
  Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please include a list of a minimum of 3 references.

EEO Policy Statement

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, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR hrweb
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Credit Check Requirement

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities, if applicable.

Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

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