Business Administrator I - HigherEdJobs

N.O.V. Number: 121637
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $42,000-$48,000
Pay Basis: Annually
Position Type: Budgeted - benefits eligible
Location: College Station

Major/Essential Duties of Job:
Provides professional accounting and managerial expertise for unit operations and advice to Unit Director on basic accounting, financial, budgetary, and administrative matters; identifies, collects and reports data necessary to enhance current decision making, as well as, planning activities for the unit. Manages, coordinates, and monitors the day-to-day financial and business operations of the unit. Monitors financial and administrative condition of the department and advises the Director and Team Leads on appropriate actions necessary to address issues that arise. Approves routine financial documents (including payroll and personnel documents) and general administrative paperwork requiring the signature of the director and team leads, utilizing the approval and signature authority delegated by the unit head. Coordinates unit payroll and personnel functions and liaisons between GERG and College and College/HR for new hires, training, evaluation, retirement, etc. Prepares and/or reviews monthly and bi-weekly payroll documents. Monitors and coordinates research funding for salaries. Coordinates and audits unit's personnel files and coordinates personnel activities. Serves as unit resource regarding employment policies and procedures. Oversees maintenance of departmental personnel files and reviews and approves employee annual leave/sick leave records. Assist unit administration, faculty and staff with fiscal and administrative policy information. Provides oversight and guidance for compliance issues. Provides fiscal information for related research funding. Serves as GERG liaison to College and agency administrative offices and represents the GERG at College and University (as required) meetings and workshops. Advises administrative staff including hiring/firing, staff development, motivation and retention and evaluations. Resolves problems in administrative area as needed. Compiles information and prepares financial reports on a regular and periodic basis for GERG and special reports as required by the Director, College or University. Coordinates the preparation and administration of the unit's annual operating budget. Provides long-range budget planning expertise to the Team leads for integrating budget requirements with strategic priorities. Plans, organizes, and executes special projects as directed by Director. Assists Director with academic and administrative matters as needed (reports, correspondence, etc.). Oversee administration of gifts and donations to unit (correspondence, etc.). Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree or any equivalent combination of training and experience (eight years experience with high school graduation or four years with an Associate degree). Six years of professional, non-clerical experience in general office, accounting or personnel operations. Moderate to advanced knowledge of spreadsheets and word processing. Excellent interpersonal, communication (oral and written) analytical and problem-solving skills. High degree of self-initiative and ability to think and work independently. Requires ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Education and Experience:
Master's degree and/or professional certification in business, human resources or other related field. Experience in task management and supervisory experience. Experience in managing business operations. Familiarity with TAMU university budgets, policies & procedures, rules and regulations, FAMIS, EPIK, Canopy, LeaveTraq, etc.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please submit cover letter, complete TAMU application, and current resume. Answer all applicant questions.

EEO/AA Statement:
Texas A&M University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to diversity.

Source: http://www.higheredjobs.com/details.cfm?JobCode=175656380

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