Accounts Payable Manager
About The Position
Reporting to the Associate Athletic Director for Business Operations, this position has managerial oversight of the Accounts Payable (AP) and Records Management functions within the Athletics Business Office, while also assisting with monitoring the Athletic Department's expense budget. The incumbent exercises professional judgment/decision-making in interpreting institutional policy and procedure while implementing actions to meet the department’s strategic goals and mission. These decisions will assist the program in reaching the goals/objectives of the department while ensuring compliance with relevant authorities and regulatory bodies, including but not limited to federal, state, local, institutional, NCAA and conference. The decisions made by the incumbent commit the program to a specific course of action, carry fiduciary responsibility and accountability. Responsible for promoting the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program, including adherence to all department policies and procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the university, Big Ten Conference and the NCAA.
Requirements
- Two years of experience as an administrative specialist or executive support specialist which included administrative support for a project, program, or operation. Administrative support includes those duties beyond clerical/secretarial such as: interpretation of laws, rules, and regulations; administrative data collection and analysis; and evaluation of projects, processes, and operations; OR
- An equivalent combination of training and experience.
- One year of postsecondary education may be substituted for up to one year of the experience.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Proven ability to independently make informed decisions.
- Ability to proactively recognize problems and pursue effective solutions with minimal direction.
- Strong interpersonal skills with commitment to customer service.
- Ability to effectively interact with a diverse group of students, coaches, staff, donors, season ticket holders, and other athletic department and internal/external University constituents.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 1+ years of experience in Accounts Payable or broader accounting functions.
- Prior experience leading or supervising a function or team within a finance or accounting department.
- Experience working in higher education or a government entity.
- Experience working in college or professional athletics.
- Advanced experience in Microsoft Office Suite, purchasing platforms and/or ERP systems (e.g. Ellucian Banner).
Benefits
- The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
- For more information about benefits, visit our website
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
