JOB PURPOSE:

Manage the financial and human resource functions for the College of Engineering and Applied Science’s Business Office working with department heads and principal investigators of designated departments. Responsible for unrestricted operating, designated operating, SER, Foundation, and grant funding for each designated department. Prepare financial analysis and projections, develop budgets and provide detail reports. Supervise staff of designated departments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage financial accounts for the CEAS Business office working with department heads and principal investigators of designated departments. Maintain detailed accurate records for research project/grants, SER funding, Foundation funding and industry support. Prepare reports with financial analyses and future projections for the dean and center leaders. Provide systematic reports of current financial status. Build budgets and write justifications for research and industry proposals. Prepare all documents related to procurement, expenditures and receivables. Serve as a resource for faculty and staff interpreting university and college policies and procedures for financial operations.
Manage the human resource functions working with department heads and principal investigators (PIs) on determining personnel needs and preparing cost analyses as part of the strategic planning for each center component. Perform personnel activities including payroll documents, personnel activity reports, and leave records (DHR responsibilities). Serve as the resource for immigration issues working with graduating students to apply for optional practical training (OPT) visiting scholars (J-1) visas with International Students and Scholars and H-1 visas with the Faculty Immigration Coordinator
Work on projects in consultation with the Dean, Director of Business Operations and/or supervisor providing statistical data, financial information and generating special reports.
Supervise daily operations and staff in areas of responsibility. Train and work with staff to stay current on UW policies and procedures.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

Conduct special projects, as directed.
COMPETENCIES:

Decisiveness
Individual Leadership
Meeting Membership
Quality Orientation
Technical/Professional Knowledge
Work Prioritization & Management
REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field

Experience: 2 years work-related experience

Required licensure, certification, registration or other requirements: None

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Strong organizational skills
Experience with UW policies and procedures
Experience with Payroll and Human Resources
Experience with Sponsored Programs and grant accounting
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail
REQUIRED MATERIALS:

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 09/02/2024 will receive full consideration.

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.