Business Manager I

MSU Jobs•Starkville, MS

11d

About The Position

Manages and coordinates the business operations of a department/unit. Performs duties required to maintain and administer departmental budgets; administers staff policies and/or procedures; compiles reports; performs administrative procedures. Guided by Mississippi State's land-grant tradition, we are on a mission to prepare students to make tomorrow brighter through innovation and service both in the classroom and non-teaching settings. We’re helping Bulldogs develop dynamic skills through five departments at our main campus in Starkville and the Division of Education at our Meridian campus. Our academic programs span teacher education, kinesiology, music, educational psychology, industrial technology, learning and user experience design, and more.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or other appropriate discipline
1 year directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.
Knowledge of customer service principles, techniques, systems, and standards.
Skill in budget management.
Knowledge of faculty and/or staff hiring procedures.
Knowledge and understanding of business management principles and practices.
Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
Skill using BANNER system.
Ability to develop and maintain recordkeeping systems and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in a related field.
2-5 years' experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Responsibilities

Maintain department/unit budget and provides budgetary reports to senior management within the unit.
Coordinates with other University departments to process financial and personnel transactions. Communicates with the Controller’s office, Procurement and Contracts office on all activities related to accounts receivable and accounts payable for assigned budget. Prepare interdepartmental transfers and budget transfers between budgetary units as required.
Reconcile and balance financial records with the Controller’s office on a regular basis, audit financial records for accuracy, availability of funds and conformance to University and departmental policy and procedure.
May coordinate financial aspects of research proposals, contracts, and sub-contracts, including the development of budget, proposal preparation, and adherence to funding requirements; serves as a liaison with university administrators, state, federal, and private funding sources.
May participate in development, implementation and maintenance of policies, objectives, short-and long-range planning; develops and implements projects and programs to assist in the accomplishment of established goals.
Communicate with staff concerning business matters and advise of proper procedures. Stay abreast of University financial and personnel policies and procedures. Coordinate and maintain personnel functions for assigned unit/department.
Participates in the development and implementation of department/unit programs and projects consistent with organizational objectives, contractual arrangements, and/or funding availability.
Assists with the development and management of annual operating budget(s).
Assists in preparing annual budget based upon previous year's expenses and future requirements.
Develops and implements systems to maintain records on employees, equipment and compliance activities.