Senior Business Administrator, College of Arts and Sciences, Hybrid

University of Cincinnati
parental leave, paid time off, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Ohio, Cincinnati
Dec 18, 2024
Senior Business Administrator, College of Arts and Sciences, Hybrid Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion. Job Overview The Sr. Business Administrator will be responsible for the finances of Natural Sciences Hub #1 within the college of Arts & Sciences. Hub #1 includes Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Reporting up through the Business Office of the college, the Sr. Business Administrator will also have a reporting line to the Divisional Dean and accountability to the Department Heads of the Division. In this critical role, the Sr. Business Administrator will partner with the Divisional Dean and Department Heads on the financial strategy to grow the academic departments of the division. Overseeing all financial matters and staff, the Sr. Business Administrator will partner closely with the Academic side of the house guiding all financial matters. This is an in-person role, with the possibility of transitioning to a hybrid work arrangement at a later date. Essential Functions Partners with the Business Office & Divisional Dean on the yearly budget. Oversees a large, complex budget and is accountable for all spend in adherence with budget. Oversees a high volume of grants and ensures spend is in line with the grant's procedures. Oversees all financial processes and leads team to deliver on-time and quality results. Leads the team on any continuous process improvement initiatives for the Division. Oversees processes set by the College Business Office &/or Central UC and coordinates with team members to ensure adherence. Partners with Department Heads and Divisional Dean on all purchasing priorities and makes recommendations for major capital expenditures. Oversees the HR process for the Division including all hiring spend, time and attendance, payroll, and immigration process. Responsible for team development, performance management, and resolving any team conflicts. This role operates as part of team. Assigned responsibilities are subject to change at the discretion of management and the needs of the team, business unit or division. Required Education Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field Nine (9) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement Required Experience Five (5) years of financial and administrative experience, including three (3) years of supervisory experience Additional Qualifications Considered Three (3) years of financial experience within a Higher Ed setting, including one (1) year of previous supervisory experience. Physical Requirements/Work Environment Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands. Application Process Applicants must submit resume and cover letter, and a list of references upon request. Compensation and Benefits UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE. Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience. Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage. Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program. Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans. Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave. Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents. Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services. As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP). To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu. The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer. REQ:97959 SF:OMJ SF:RM SF:HEJ, SF:INS SF:HERC SF:DIV SF:LJN SF:IHE Senior Business Administrator, College of Arts and Sciences, Hybrid Date: Dec 18, 2024 Location: Cincinnati, OH, US Facility: Main Campus Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati Job Segment: Payroll, Chemistry, Business Process, Developer, Scientific, Finance, Science, Management, Technology, Engineering