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Purdue University is hiring a Business Manager. This position is hybrid, offering the flexibility based at the candidate's location preference.

Highlights

Manage finances and business office support for the College of Engineering with over $6M in annual expenditures.
Serve as a liaison between the department, the College, and central offices, ensuring policy compliance.
Prepare financial reports and assist in strategic planning and long-range forecasts.
Mentor peers and maintain excellent business management support.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related fields; equivalent experience and education accepted.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) is required.
Preferred knowledge in SAP, Cognos, Banner, and accounting coursework.
Demonstrated skills in communication, project management, and financial analysis are essential.
This position is exempt from overtime and offers a defined contribution waiting period for retirement.
Employment is contingent upon a background check; Purdue does not sponsor employment authorization.

Business Manager, College of Engineering Programs Full Description

Job Summary

The Business Manager will direct the management of the finances and business office support for multiple programs in the College of Engineering, exceeding $6M dollars in annual expenditures. Serve as the resource/liaison for the Department to the College and central offices. Provide proper interpretation of University, Federal, State, and sponsoring agency policies and procedures. Collaborate closely with central business service operations and other related entities in meeting the strategic goals of the University. This position will play a key role in the preparation of financial and management reports to support long-range planning forecasts; budget recommendations, planning, and analysis; and financial analysis and strategic financial management of College resources. Serve as mentor and key resource person to peers within the Business Office. Maintain a unit that provides excellent business management support to department heads, directors, faculty, staff and students.

Hybrid work will be considered for this position based on the candidate’s location and interest.

What We're Looking For:

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance or related field of study
0-1+ years of Business Administration, Financial Management, or related experience
Will accept an equivalent combination of experience and education
Ability to analyze, interpret, implement and communicate University policies and procedures
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
Excellent planning, problem-solving, analytical, organizational, project management, financial analysis, supervisory, and customer service skills
Ability to influence and build work relationships among a diverse workforce at all levels
Must be able to foster a participative supervisory style that utilizes accountability, respect and teamwork to successfully guide the work of others
Must possess a learning orientation to changing technology impacting business processes, e.g. SAP, etc.
Proficient in following software: Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook
Demonstrate originality, creativity, and ability to resolve complex issues on a daily basis

Preferred:

Six credit hours of accounting coursework desired
A demonstrated knowledge of sponsor and University regulations and basic proficiency in all technical and professional skills related to business office and contract grant management
Knowledge of SAP, Cognos and Banner

Additional Information:

To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary CLICK HERE
Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply

Original Job Description

Job Summary

Hybrid work will be considered for this position based on the candidate’s location and interest.

What We're Looking For:

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance or related field of study
0-1+ years of Business Administration, Financial Management, or related experience
Will accept an equivalent combination of experience and education
Ability to analyze, interpret, implement and communicate University policies and procedures
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
Excellent planning, problem-solving, analytical, organizational, project management, financial analysis, supervisory, and customer service skills
Ability to influence and build work relationships among a diverse workforce at all levels
Must be able to foster a participative supervisory style that utilizes accountability, respect and teamwork to successfully guide the work of others
Must possess a learning orientation to changing technology impacting business processes, e.g. SAP, etc.
Proficient in following software: Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook
Demonstrate originality, creativity, and ability to resolve complex issues on a daily basis

Preferred:

Six credit hours of accounting coursework desired
A demonstrated knowledge of sponsor and University regulations and basic proficiency in all technical and professional skills related to business office and contract grant management
Knowledge of SAP, Cognos and Banner

Additional Information:

To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary CLICK HERE
Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply

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