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Business Operations Professional II

The University of Georgia · Athens, GA · 1 wk ago
ConsultingFull-time

About the role

The UGA Carl Vinson Institute of Government offers a supportive environment where professionals contribute to the public service mission of improving people's lives. The Institute focuses on workforce and economic development, infrastructure and community resilience, government operations and organizational effectiveness, measuring and reporting on impact and outcomes, building skills, knowledge and capacity of government leaders and teams, and maximizing technology and data for governments and their leaders.

Responsibilities

  • Award Management: Provides professional management for sponsored projects and departmental sales projects. This may include some or all aspects of awards management, i.e., pre-award, award, close-out, and post-award activities.
  • Financial Management: Monitors personal services and operating expenditures in relation to budgets and actuals, oversees sub-awards, contracts, and other outsourced services, and ensures all transactions comply with Institute of Government guidelines, University of Georgia policies, and Board of Regents policies.
  • Financial Reporting: Develops and produces complex financial reports, maintains accurate financial data and records within internal financial management systems, and conducts regular financial analysis and reporting.
  • Administrative Support: Ensures proper administration of all related agreements, including compliance with applicable local, state, and federal laws, and supports business operations across multiple divisions to ensure financial coverage aligns with organizational priorities.
  • Consultation: Provides professional oversight of fiscal affairs, reinforces best practices in financial management, and serves as a trusted advisor and resource to faculty, staff, and Institute of Government leadership regarding financial operations and account management.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent
  • 2 years of professional experience

Qualifications

  • Strong working knowledge of PeopleSoft, QuickBooks, Excel, Word
  • Ability to work well with others and interpret UGA financial reports
  • Ability to work independently on projects and provide quality customer service

Skills

  • Ability to work without supervision on projects
  • Ability to maneuver between four buildings located on site

Benefits

  • Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
  • Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
  • Employment Type: Employee
  • Full/Part Time: Full Time
  • Work Schedule: Normal business hours are M-F, 8-5. Occasional after hours may be needed to meet deadlines.

Pay

Commensurate with Experience

Schedule

N/A

Additional Schedule Information

Normal business hours are M-F, 8-5. Occasional after hours may be needed to meet deadlines.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

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