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Financial Operations Manager

University of Arkansas
United States, Arkansas, Fayetteville
346 North West Avenue (Show on map)
May 30, 2025
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Closing Date: 06/14/2025 Type of Position:Budget and Financial Analysis Workstudy Position: No Job Type:Regular Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations \| OEOC \| University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351. Department:Fulbright College Budget & Planning Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties:Under the Associate Director of Payroll & Business Administration, the Fiscal Operations Manager's primary obligations is responsible and accountable for payroll administration and the accuracy of Summer School, Intersession and Global Campus workloads. Payroll administration includes, payroll accounting adjustments, payroll entries, and auditing positions for costing allocations accuracy. The Manager is responsible for directing the College's payroll activities to continuously improve processes and procedures to ensure accurate and timely payments, to comply with University policies, and to provide exceptional customer service. The Manager coordinates with academic departments in the College to make certain that payroll information needed for the performance of their functions is made available without undue delay. The Manager meets with department chairs and/or administrators on a regular basis addressing payroll and workload issues. This role ensures the precision and timely execution of all costing allocations, Payroll accounting adjustments and Function 51 errors. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in general business, finance, or a related field At least two years of experience in auditing, payroll, or related area Preferred Qualifications: At least three years of experience with Accounting and Financial Reporting at University of Arkansas Experience with University Workday system Experience with University payroll processing Advanced Excel knowledge Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Knowledge of accounting principles and database management Excellent communication skills and demonstrated professionalism Ability to manage complex Excel spreadsheets Ability to work independently Ability to multi-task and to be detail oriented Ability to comprehend and assimilate technical and business-related documents Ability to conduct research and prepare reports Additional Information: Salary Information: $51,021 Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status Recruitment Contact Information: Jason Waddell, Associate Director of Payroll & Business Administration, jwaddell@uark.edu All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Special Instructions to Applicants: Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Sex Offender Registry The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity:N/A Frequent Physical Activity:N/A Occasional Physical Activity:N/A Benefits Eligible:Yes