Description

Posting Details

Posting Number

S14897P

Working Title

Business Manager

Department

Warnell-Sch Forestry & Nat Res

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

Position is in person on the UGA Campus in Athens Ga.
Hours are Monday-Friday 8-5

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience

Posting Date

03/23/2026

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date

05/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Information

Classification Title

Business Services Pro II

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

This Business Manager position will be based out of the Warnell Fiscal-Admin Office, and will oversee aspects of several hiring and payroll functions for several employment groups. They will also be responsible for approvals of GL journals, AP JVs, payment requests, position funding changes, EDRs, and ad hoc requests. The Business Manager will work in conjunction with the Assistant Director of Finance & Operations, Grants Manager, and other positions to ensure accurate account management and balancing. This position will supervise an entry-level accountant position and will be responsible for training them to act as backup in case of absence. This position is a professional position expected to perform assigned duties, responsibilities, and tasks with a high degree of independence and exceptional proficiency.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Strong working knowledge of PeopleSoft, Excel, Word.
• Ability to interpret UGA financial reports and queries.
• Ability to concurrently manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work without supervision on projects.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Provide and grasp the value of quality customer service.

Physical Demands

Work in standard office setting or environment. Large periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer. Driving to perform job-related duties.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

Yes

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Hiring & Payroll Management:

• Process all position, posting, and hiring proposals for all monthly staff and graduate student pay groups (18A, 18G) via UGAjobs. Maintain email correspondence and other documentation related to hiring requests.
• Process and oversee payroll transaction entries including position funding changes, express direct retros, ad hoc salary changes, terminations, and short work breaks via OneUSG Connect.
• Run regular reports and queries to ensure accuracy of payroll actuals, including position funding queries, payroll expense detail reports, and internal Warnell payroll spreadsheets.

Percentage of time

50

Duties/Responsibilities

UGA Financials Management System:

• Enter General Ledger journals, Accounts Payable journal vouchers, or payment requests as needed.
• Process Charge to Account entries for graduate students as requested by major professors and graduate coordinator.
• Act as the phone and billing representative for Warnell.
• Act as UGAmart and Payment Request backup for any requisitions, purchase orders, invoice or non-employee payments, as needed.
• Act as a purchase card (Pcard) Approver 2 for multiple Pcard holders in Warnell.

Percentage of time

25

Duties/Responsibilities

Supervising an Accountant:

• Supervise one bi-weekly, entry-level accountant position, providing direction and instructions on task or training opportunities.
• Monitor and approve bi-weekly timecard for position, approve absence requests as needed, and communicate schedule changes.
• Provide an annual performance evaluation (written or via UGA Journeys evaluation process).

Percentage of time

20

Duties/Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned:

• Assist with other duties as assigned by Assistant Director of Finance & Operations, which may include special projects or temporary coverage during staff absences.

Percentage of time

5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name

Mary Kate Rubin

Recruitment Contact Email

mkrubin@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a valid Driver's license?
   • YES
   • NO

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Unofficial Transcripts
3. Unofficial Letters of Recommendation