The Business Manager will direct the management of the finances and business office support for several important academic units and programs in the College of Engineering including Engineering Education, Women in Engineering Program, Minority Engineering Program, EPICS, Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP), and College of Engineering Honors Program, exceeding $23M in annual expenditures. Serve as the resource/liaison for the Department to the College and central offices. Provide proper interpretation of University, Federal, State, and sponsoring agency policies, and procedures. Collaborate closely with central business service operations and other related entities in meeting the strategic goals of the University. This position will play a key role in the preparation of financial and management reports to support long-range planning forecasts; budget recommendations, planning, and analysis; and financial analysis and strategic financial management of College resources. Serve as a mentor and key resource person to peers within the Business Office. Maintain a unit that provides excellent business management support to Department Heads, Directors, faculty, staff, and students.
A cover letter is required to be fully considered
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Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, or a related field of study
- Two years of business administration, financial management, or related experience
- Ability to analyze, interpret, implement, and communicate University policies and procedures
- Excellent planning, problem-solving, analytical, organizational, project management, financial analysis, supervisory, and customer service skills
- Ability to influence and build work relationships among a diverse workforce at all levels
- Must be able to foster a participative supervisory style that utilizes accountability, respect, and teamwork to successfully guide the work of others
- Must possess a learning orientation to changing technology impacting business processes
- Proficient in the following software: Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Demonstrate originality, creativity, and ability to resolve complex issues daily
Preferred:
- Six credit hours of accounting coursework
- A demonstrated knowledge of sponsor and University regulations and basic proficiency in all technical and professional skills related to business office and contract grant management
- Knowledge of SAP, Cognos and Banner
Additional Information:
- To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary CLICK HERE
- Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
- A background check will be required for employment in this position
- FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
- Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
- Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply
Career Stream
Professional 2
Pay Band S065
Link to Purdue University's compensation guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/staffpb.php
Job Code #20002427
Link to Career Path Maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- West Lafayette, IN 47907: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in West Lafayette, IN 47907