Unit Manager - DoRA Finance & Administration

Position Description

The Unit Manager is a central financial resource within the Division of Rural Affairs (DoRA), directed by the Managing Director of Finance and Administration and in alignment with the Office of the Senior Vice President for the Division of Rural Affairs. This role ensures that staff and programs have access to the physical, digital, and organizational tools necessary to perform their work effectively.

The position supports Division efficiency, accountability, and compliance by maintaining accurate records, coordinating with internal teams and external partners, and promoting responsible fund management across all units.

The Unit Manager is a central financial resource within the Division of Rural Affairs (DoRA), directed by the Managing Director of Finance and Administration and in alignment with the Office of the Senior Vice President for the Division of Rural Affairs. This role ensures that staff and programs have access to the physical, digital, and organizational tools necessary to perform their work effectively.

The position supports Division efficiency, accountability, and compliance by maintaining accurate records, coordinating with internal teams and external partners, and promoting responsible fund management across all units.

• Verifies invoices with regard to contract type, charges, does mathematical calculations, prepares voucher/cover letter, processes for payment by Projects, Grants, and Accounting, and verifies payment coding.
• Manages all components of state, federal, local, and sponsored funding within the institute by following regulations and guidelines for grants and contracts. Assists in preparation of budgets, associated financial reports, and funding proposals.
• Maintains payroll listing by preparing annual electronic Personnel Action Forms (ePAFs) for salary changes.
• Serves as liaison between management of DoRA, ITDI, FMHIRCH, and TTUHSC Accounting, Purchasing, Sponsored Programs, Accounts Payable, Travel, Purchasing Card, other departments, as well as external partners and contractors.
• Responsible for the final financial closeout for assigned set of funds including final compliance review, correspondence with faculty, and any needed accounting adjustments. Follows grant award financial requirements.
• Other duties as assigned by the Managing Director.

Bachelor's degree plus three years of supervisory experience OR a combination of education and/or supervisory experience to equal seven years.

• Degree in Accounting or related field / Analytical Skills / Grant Writing / Detailed oriented.
• Knowledge of Fund Balance Accounting and State Accounting principles and practices.
• Experience with Banner and Cognos as it relates to reconciling department records.
• Experience with Tech Buy, Direct Pay, Travel, etc.

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.