Senior Business Manager

Temple University's College of Science & Technology is searching for a Senior Business Manager.

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:

• A hybrid work schedule
• Full medical, dental, vision coverage Paid time off
• 11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & winter break)
• Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
• A generous retirement plan and so much more!

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Job Summary:

Reporting to the Chemistry Department Chair in the College of Science and Technology, the Business Manager has decision-making and problem-solving responsibility for all fiscal activity in the Chemistry Department. The Business Manager will be responsible for the design and implementation of a fiscal
planning and management system to forecast, prepare and monitor all budgets, grants and contracts. This responsibility will include the approval of all expenditures for 35 to 45 active accounts. The Business Manager will possess a high degree of financial accountability for all center accounts and
must be able to work within the fiscal system at Temple University, make responsible financial decisions and respond to all financial audit inquiries. Meets regularly with Chemistry Department Chair to review financial performance. Oversees department payroll, manages space and schedules Chemistry departmental meetings, provides oversight for the scheduling of classes, oversees process for visa applications, supervises staff and manages performance. Performs other duties as assigned.

This position requires a background check.

Required Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field and at least three years of business and budget management experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Sklils & Abilities:

• Excellent financial management, accounting and data analysis skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse population of students, staff and faculty.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Demonstrated organizational and prioritization skills, along with the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong supervisory skills along with the ability to provide feedback and manage staff performance.

This position is assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote), the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department.

Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status. Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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