Business Operations Partner

Position Summary

This incumbent is supervised by a Terry Business Office Business Team Lead and will interact daily with faculty, staff, and students. This employee is responsible for managing accounting, budgeting, auditing, payroll and other financial or related functions to ensure the financial integrity of the Terry College of Business. This employee is responsible for ensuring that accounting and payroll transactions are handled in a timely and accurate manner and that all transactions are processed according to UGA and State of Georgia policies and procedures.

The incumbent will work across numerous departmental lines and will work independently and efficiently. This position is currently a Pcard holder.

Associate's degree or equivalent and 2 years of related experience.

• Knowledge of accounting principles, practices and standards.
• Knowledge of UGA policies and procedures.
• Proficient in UGA systems – OneUSG Connect.
• Computer skills – MS Word, Excel, accounting and database related software.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment.

Working in a standard office environment.

• Assist Business Manager in maintaining departmental budgets and accounts. (40%)
• Prepare Budget Transfers, Budget Journals, General Ledger journal vouchers, AP journal vouchers, AR billing, and deposits in UGA Financial Management System. (40%)
• Prepare and process payroll actions as directed by Team Lead following approved practices and procedures. (40%)
• Prepare travel authorization requests, and travel expense statements. (20%)
• Prepare expense reports and payment requests for bills and reimbursement. (20%)
• Prepare and initiate UGA Foundation reimbursements following proper UGA Foundation approved practices and procedures. (20%)
• Process electronic purchase orders in UGAmart. Review and close purchase orders as orders are received and paid. (10%)
• Serve as backup to the Team Lead and other miscellaneous duties assigned to assist the Administrative Financial Director. Serve as a Terry College Pcard holder. (10%)

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.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, verification of credentials and employment history, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

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