Business Manager I

Business Manager I

This position works in two main areas:
Managing post-award financial accounting for faculty in the department and assisting the department Business Manager II for a variety of specialized accounting, administrative and customer service functions. Activities and decisions are varied in nature, with independent action, excellent judgement, confidential treatment, and professional demeanor. This role serves as the primary contact for questions regarding financial policies and procedures, travel related questions, and reimbursement requests.

The position is responsible for accurate data entry and will process financial transactions including travel authorizations and reimbursements, expense reports, UGAMart procurement requisitions, invoice payments, payment requests, journal vouchers and cash deposits in an efficient and accurate manner. Unusual cases or questionable matters are resolved with this position's supervisor. This position will assist faculty and staff located on theUGAAthens campus as well as personnel in other areas of Georgia.

Staff members are expected to demonstrate flexibility with scheduling to ensure the office will remain open and operational during normal business hours and to provide assistance to others to meet broader departmental needs as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
- Demonstrated knowledge of accounting processes including payables, journal entries, and general ledger analysis and reconciliation. Prior budgetary and accounting experience and knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite (Excel {including pivot tables}, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat. Ability to efficiently multi-task, handle interruptions, and meet accounting deadlines. Ability to interpret data, analyze information, and report important fiscal matters.

Excellent communication skills and strong organizational skills with emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail. Dependable and work well independently while exercising sound judgment with sensitivity to identify matters that require higher-level management consultation. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public using substantially developed interpersonal skills to handle confidential financial information with sound judgement.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with staff, faculty, and the public and interact with tact, discretion, diplomacy and flexibility to promote positive working relationships and job effectiveness in an academic environment. Demonstrated experience performing complex analyses involving programmatic and fiscal considerations, formation of action plans, and independently making decisions working with supervisor. Ability to focus and concentration for long periods of time on financial data.

Ability to use financial systems. Experience coordinating multiple projects and adapting programmatic objectives to changes.

Physical Demands
- Sitting for an extended period of time. Lifting 10 pounds on an intermittent basis.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? - No

Is this a Position of Trust? - Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? - Yes

Does this position require a P-Card? - No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? - No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? - No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) - Yes

Credit and P-Card policy
- Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit theUGA 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…