Business Specialist Spvr

Job Category Staff & Executive - Finance/Accounting/Purchasing

Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Business Specialist Spvr for the Voorhees Transport Center.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Manages grant accounting for multiple sponsored project accounts in the Voorhees Transportation Center.
• Manages pre- and post-award processes such as budget development.
• Creates and maintains boilerplate documents.
• Routes proposals through the university proposal system ( RAPSS ).
• Handles post-award fiscal management encompassing monthly account status reporting, financial reporting in accordance with sponsor requirements, and close-out summaries.
• Manages or oversees internal business processes, such as purchasing, payroll, and commitment accounting.
• Oversees Center budget operations, including accurate and timely project billing.
• Supervises Center business staff and support efficient business operations.
• Supports the Center’s HR activities with UHR , including review of Classification and Recruitment Forms.

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Grade

Grade 05

Minimum Salary

Mid Range Salary

Maximum Salary

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Full Time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours 37.50

Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the Flex Work@RU Application System.

Admin Assembly (MPSC)

People Soft

Staff - 12 month

ABP

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience demonstrating knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and practices.
• A minimum of two years relevant experience in a financial/accounting function, good communication skills, and computer literacy.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Fluent in Excel, including pivot tables and lookups.

• Knowledge of Access and/or SQL .
• Knowledge of university accounting systems, i.e., Marketplace, Cornerstone, HCM , RAPSS .
• A degree in…