Business Manager
University of Massachusetts Amherst · Amherst, MA · 1 mo ago
Full-time
About the role
The Business Manager supports the Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences (CICS) in meeting its operational and strategic objectives. Manages and organizes fiscal activities for the College and serves as an advisor and consultant on various fiscal matters. This position is subject to final budgetary and administrative approval. Work is performed in a standard office or indoor university environment and involves minimal physical exertion.
Responsibilities
- Analyzes and forecasts revenue and expenses for CICS.
- Serves as a resource and advisor to staff directors, faculty, and students on various fiscal matters.
- Tracks and monitors all types of funds including general operating, revenue, gift, etc.
- Prepares budget requests and spending plans, creates budgetary projections and reviews, tracks College and business unit spending, and provides recommendations on resource allocations to the Director of Finance.
- Prepares and interprets budget reports.
- Researches, compiles, and analyzes data for the CICS budget process.
- Facilitates and manages the execution of financial operations for the College.
- Manages all Procurement and Controller’s Office processes and activities for College funds, including contracts for service, sole source justification, journal entries, account reconciliations, and requisitions approval.
- Manages and initiates purchase orders, fund transfers, disbursements, contracts, honoraria, and accounts payable.
- Processes travel and business expense reimbursements, ensuring compliance with fiscal policies.
- Oversees all staff bank card holder activities, including providing systems training, ensuring compliance