Business Manager, Computer Science

Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN

54d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Business Manager will direct the management of the finances and business office support for the Department of Computer Science with annual, weighted operating expenditures exceeding $68 Million dollars. 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 Department resources. Serve as mentor and key resource person to peers within Business Office. Maintain a unit that provides excellent business management support to the Department, Executive Leadership, Directors, Managers, staff, and students. This position includes support for the extensive CS presence at Purdue's Indianapolis location. This is a key role in ensuring expenditures are allocated to the correct location each semester, payroll supplements and overloads are processed timely and accurately, and expenditures are within department and university guidelines. Hybrid or remote work may be considered for this position based on the candidate's location and interest.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance or related field of study
• Minimum of 6 years of business administration, financial management, or related experience
• Ability to analyze, interpret, implement and communicate University policies and procedures
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
• 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, e.g. SAP, etc.
• Proficient in following software: Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Demonstrate originality, creativity, and ability to resolve complex issues on a daily basis

Nice To Haves

• 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
• Experience managing others

Benefits

• Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees