Business Manager III

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

The University of Georgia's Skidaway Institute of Oceanography (SkIO) is a multidisciplinary research and training institution located on a 700-acre campus on Skidaway Island. The Institute's primary goals are to further understanding of marine and environmental sciences, conduct leading edge research on marine and coastal systems, and train tomorrow's scientists. Our campus is also a host to Georgia Southern University's Applied Coastal Research Lab, NOAA Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary, The University of Georgia's Marine Education Center and Aquarium, and The Nature Conservancy. Skidaway Institute of Oceanography is also home to the Research Vessel (R/V) Savannah. The R/V Savannah is owned and operated by the Institute and is a member of the University National Oceanographic Laboratory System ( UNOLS) and Academic Research Fleet ( ARF).

40 hours/week, work times may vary as needed.

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

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as 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 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Preferred knowledge of PeopleSoft Financials, HRMS, electronic check request system, UGA Jobs, UGA/BoR/State of Georgia accounting policies and procedures. Preferred knowledge of grant processing. Advanced experience with Excel required.

This position is responsible for a combination of budget, accounting, and HR duties for the department; processes check requests for payment to vendors on state or restricted funds; reconciles grant accounts and reports to PI's when necessary; handles all new employee processing to include initial posting, new hire paperwork, necessary drug testing, processing personnel and adding to payroll. Day-to-day operational control over business functions including but not limited to: grants management, accounting , accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, purchasing.

PeopleSoft Financials and HRMS, electronic check request system and UGA Jobs. Knowledge of UGA/BoR/State of Georgia accounting policies and procedures. Working knowledge of grant processing. Advanced experience with Excel required.

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Human Resources and Payroll: Position performs human resources duties for the department, which can include the following: creating positions, creating postings, assessing employee needs for both staff and faculty, working with PIs/managers to recruit and hiring Post Docs and staff, setting compensation guides, interviewing and selecting candidates, submitting hiring proposals with background release forms, on-boarding, ethics training, disciplinary actions, employee reviews, completing retiree rehire forms and answering new hire questions. Position also maintains drug testing for ship crew and new hires, requests visas for foreign nationals, monitors worker's compensation injuries, helps supervisors complete worker's compensation paperwork, and works with employees with termination. Prepares biweekly, monthly, and academic payrolls.

Finance: Position performs financial duties for the department, which include the following: running reports, analyzing and correcting reports, updating general ledger items, analyzing accounting transactions and determining any necessary adjustments, performing all general ledger duties, serving as point of contact for all faculty reports, processing remote deposits, reconciling bank accounts, updating journal and credit card entries, managing grant pools on budget ledgers, serving as contact person for grant management, assisting PI with grants, handling Pre and Post award functions, holding Procurement Card and making Procurement Card purchases.

Supervisory: Position supervises the department's Procurement Specialist. The supervisory duties of this position include the following: assigning and coordinating daily tasks, serving as a resource for accounting and business operation issues, and reviewing completed tasks.