Business Manager- Rec Sports
The Ohio State University

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Job Title:Business Manager- Rec SportsDepartment:Student Life | Recreational Sports Administration

The Financial Operations Specialist 3 is responsible for procurement and management of the general ledger and subsidiary accounting ledgers relating to Student Life Recreational Sports and the Student Wellness Center; completes accounting processes and auditing functions, performs routine and ad-hoc trend analysis, forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and oversees general ledger and payroll accounting and maintenance activities, facilitates and reconciles the monthly payroll deduction file, as well as the various supplemental accounting systems unique to Recreational Sports. This role also reviews and authorizes purchases and all routine operational transactions, reviews transaction and financial documents to ensure proper procedures are followed and all transactions are policy compliant, and trains and advises staff on university and Student Life purchasing procedures including the navigation and use of Workday; works with Accounts Payable and vendors to resolve payment issues and serves as departmental contact for service/supply contracts.

This role is responsible for supporting a year-round budgeting process including identification of resource efficiencies and priorities and identifying and implementing opportunities for business process improvements within supported departments. To achieve operational excellence, the Financial Operations Specialist 3 also works with leadership of Recreational Sports and Student Wellness Center on the development and monitoring of key performance metrics in all financial operations. Works with assigned units at all levels, from strategic planning to day-to-day operations and measures results, and collaborates with internal partners and university purchasing office for bid process. Supports and mentors student staff and participates in Student Life and University committees as appointed.

Additional Information:

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in accounting, finance, or related field
• At least 4 years relevant experience
• Knowledge of accounting principles and applications
• Experience with organizational budgets, accounting systems, reporting and analysis
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite Products, especially Excel
  

Desired

• Master's Degree in Business Administration.
• 4-8 years relevant experience
• Business management experience
• Prior work experience in Higher Education and/or Student Affairs
• Working knowledge of Workday
• Working knowledge of Tableau Server reporting

Job Profile Pay Range

$64,300 - 84,550

Offers will be made within this range based on candidate's experience as well as internal equity and available budget.

Office of Student Life Mission

The Office of Student Life fosters students' development, learning, well-being and sense of belonging; empowers students to achieve their academic, personal and professional goals; and prepares students to be engaged in a global society.

CRM info:

Function: Finance, SubFunction: Financial Operations, Career Band: Individual Contributor - Specialized, Career Level: S3

Location:Recreation and Physical Activity Center (0246)Position Type:RegularScheduled Hours:40Shift:First ShiftFinal candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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