Business Manager, Executive - Visual and Performing Arts

University of Wyoming • Laramie, WY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Manage, direct and supervise the business and fiscal operations of the visual and performing arts units/departments; manage and perform business and complex accounting functions; manage special projects; develop and set policy and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and related experience
• 4 years' work-related experience in personnel and fiscal management
• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• Over 4 years' experience with personnel management
• Over 4 years' experience with fiscal management and budget planning
• Experience with hiring and payroll
• Experience working in higher education
• Experience with contract review and negotiation

Responsibilities

• Manage, direct and supervise the business and fiscal operations of the Fine Arts Outreach unit and the academic departments of Music, Theatre & Dance, and Visual Arts including budgeting, expenditures, and long-range fiscal planning.
• Prepare or supervise the preparation of complex financial reports; perform complex accounting functions; participate in meetings concerning financial aspects of a designated area.
• Conduct special fiscal studies; analyze data and make financial projections; determine needs and make recommendations for fiscal and human resource management.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of government, University and specialized regulations and policies, that affect personnel and fiscal affairs of the designated area; provide and apply interpretation of regulations and policies.
• Manage and maintain the daily fiscal affairs for a designated area including processing purchase orders and vouchers, coordinating activities with other University departments, outside agencies, and organizations and processing payroll, accounts payable, and receivable.
• Will have responsibility for sales tax; will work with multiple-funding sources.
• May assist in projects to determine computer program updates and modifications.
• Develop policies, procedures and methods of operations for designated areas.
• Perform pricing, cost and contract negotiations, as directed.
• Act as liaison to departments, campus administration and outside agencies.

Benefits

• Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.
• Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive