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Financial Manager

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Jan 16, 2025

Posting Details

Posting Number	S13118P
Working Title	Financial Manager
Department	Franklin-Deans Business Office
About the University of Georgia	Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 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 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department	Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, named in honor of Benjamin Franklin, is the heart of UGA's liberal arts learning environment. The research, scholarship and creative output by the faculty and students in more than 30 academic units set the pace for a dynamic environment at Georgia's flagship institution. The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is committed to advancing and sharing knowledge while fostering and inspiring creativity across the sciences, technology, arts and humanities, including data science and AI. In the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, one will experience the thrill of being part of an energetic academic and professional environment, surrounded by individuals whose innovative ideas are shaping the future and positively impacting society.
College/Unit/Department website	https://www.franklin.uga.edu/business-office
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	Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Advertised Salary	Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date	01/16/2025
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	02/10/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy	Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran 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	Fiscal Affairs Manager
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary	The Divisional Payroll and Accounting Team (D- PACT) within the Franklin College Business Office ( FCBO) provides effective scal management and stewardship of the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences nancial resources. In partnership with college and departmental leadership, D- PACT manages payroll, non-sponsored funds, works to evaluate, develop and improve business processes and makes nancial decisions that are strategic, compliant, and timely.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to interact with a variety of personalities at all levels, exercising tact, confidentiality, sound judgment, diplomacy, and flexibility to promote positive working relationships and job effectiveness. Substantially developed interpersonal and teamwork skills to successfully work with diverse groups in an academic environment. Demonstrated ability to coordinate and manage multiple competing projects in an organized, efficient manner by prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines. Ability to act independently and exercise sound judgment with sensitivity to identify matters that require higher-level management consultation. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, pivot charts and tables. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Solid knowledge of processes, protocols and procedures with a focus on budget, account and fund management and personnel/position management. Demonstrated experience performing complex analyses involving programmatic and fiscal considerations, formation of action plans, and independently making decisions in all aspects. Experience managing and developing budgets, coordinating multiple projects, and adapting programmatic objectives to changes.
Physical Demands	Sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling; spending long periods of time at a computer.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	No
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

Financial Management:

Maintain the master budget for the departments within assigned division.
Review, forecast and manage budgetary processes including developing annual budgets for non-sponsored funds and any special projects to adhere to UGA policy and scal management
Address departmental questions timely and accurately.
Management and monthly reconciliation of all departmental non-sponsored funds including state, IDC, and department sales and services.
Ensure that all expenditures are accurately charged to appropriate department IDs. Submit any financial corrections needed.
Ensure proper year-end close out on all state-funded accounts.
Provides coverage within assigned division as needed.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Payroll Management:

Communicating with department on all payroll forecasting, changes, and issues.
Obtain necessary information from faculty within your division on payroll plan for all employees funded from the non-sponsored funds you manage.
Utilize and assist Payroll Manager with master payroll spreadsheet for departments within assigned division.
Assist with biweekly and monthly queries to validate payroll before payroll run dates when needed.
In conjunction with the Payroll Manger, work with BPAT Team to manage instructional budget for departments within assigned division.
Reconcile all monthly, academic, and bi-weekly payroll for accuracy as part of the monthly budget reconciliation.
Submit EDRs and position funding changes as needed on budgets managed by this position
Plan summer school payroll in coordination with the Payroll Manager and REST team for departments within your division.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Departmental Management:

Attends department head/faculty meetings with in assigned division as determined by Divisional Manager.
Work cross-functionally with members of other groups within FCBSO to ensure overall effective management of departmental business.
In coordination with Divisional Manager, provides coverage to other departments as needed
Ensure compliance with UGA and Franklin processes and standards.
Performs random audits of the processes and procedures within the D-PACT team and FCBSO.

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