BUSINESS MGR III SPVR

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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.

The NB Chancellor’s Business and Admin Services department reports to the Vice Chancellor for Finance of the New Brunswick Campus. The department provides business operations support to multiple departments reporting to the New Brunswick Chancellor as well as direct business support to the Office of the New Brunswick Chancellor.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Business Manager III Supervisor for J Voorhees Zimmerli Art Museum. This position will report to the Sr. Director of Business Operations.

Responsibilities

- Reviews and approves business transactions including requisitions, expense reports, general ledger adjustments and payroll commitment accounting instructions for multiple departments as assigned by the Senior Director of Business Operations, with a focus on Zimmerli Art Museum.

- Provides broad discretion to approve or reject transactions based on compliance with University policies and procedures.

- Establishes positive relationships with the administrative staff in the departments he/she oversees, ensuring adherence to university policy and communication of changes in policies or procedures.

- Provides training to new staff on department specific GL and project codes and ensures that they have appropriate access to university business systems needed to perform their job responsibilities.

- Performs monthly reconciliations of department payroll distribution, outstanding commitment reports, and transaction reports.

- Analyzes reports and assists departments with the interpretation of financial data.

- Ensures department adherence to budget.

- Handles projects as assigned related to implementation of New Brunswick wide processes such as annual department budget preparation, effort certification, and financial reporting.

- Maintains positive relationships with department administrative staff, program coordinators, directors, managers, and the Vice Chancellors in the New Brunswick Chancellor’s Office.

- Exercises good judgement and tact in resolving a diverse range of issues.

- Maintains a high level of professionalism while providing very precise, conscientious attention to details and the ability to multi-task.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field, and at least five (5) years of related professional experience in a finance or accounting function in a leadership or managerial role of increasing responsibility; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- Demonstrated analytical skills that allow for interpretation of budgetary, financial, and related management information.

- Excellent attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.

- Excellent computer skills and experience using spreadsheet, charting, and other software tools, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

- Must be expert in the use of pivot tables and other advanced spreadsheet tasks.

- Strong writing skills sufficient to draft professional reports and correspondence that is clear and concise.

- Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion, especially with regards to sensitive or confidential financial or organizational matters and respond flexibly and positively in all circumstances, and to work calmly under pressure.

- Ability to work cooperatively with people from all levels in the University.

- Strong understanding of business and accounting principles, strong communication skills, and ability to interpret complex policies and procedure.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience with Oracle Cloud Financials, PeopleSoft, Hyperion, and Marketplace Procurement systems.

- Advanced excel skills proficiency.

Salary Details

Grade 06
Minimum Salary 82,166.00
Mid Range Salary 104,002.00
Maximum Salary 125,837.00

Benefits

- 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

Position Status

Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours 37.50
Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement

Union Description

Admin Assembly (MPSC)

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

ABP

Required Documents

- Resume/CV

- Cover Letter/Letter of Application

- List of Professional References (contact Info)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Pre-Employment Screening

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements: Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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