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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Business Manager, Lally School of Management in Troy, New York
Business Manager, Lally School of Management
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Work type: Full Time
Location: Troy, NY
Categories: Staff, Business, Accounting and Finance, CFHE
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Job Summary
The Business Manager is responsible for managing the business operations of the Lally School of Management which include finance, budget, grant administration, academic support, and policy interpretation. The Business Manager will represent the school on business affairs to the Rensselaer Community and will serve as a resource to faculty and staff to ensure consistent administrative and operational practices that comply with Institute policies. The Business Manager actively participates in the short and long range financial and performance planning of the school.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
Five (5) years of related progressively responsible experience in the administration, monitoring and management of budgets, including research and/or other closely related types of restricted funds
The above should include two (2) years of management and supervisory experience
Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree
Experience in higher education or research setting
Familiarity with federal and state government regulations as they pertain to research administration
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to analyze and interpret reports, documents and statistical data
Ability to perform budget reporting and forecasting, as well as account reconciliation
Knowledge of financial software, including spreadsheet, database, and data warehouse applications
Proficiency in MS Office Suite software applications
Ability to learn and/or use SCT Banner finance, position control and labor modules or other appropriate applications
Knowledge of fund-based budgeting in a non-profit setting
Supervisory skills
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines
Ability to work as individually or as part of a team
Attention to detail
Organizational skills
Shift
Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required
Starting Salary/Rate
Expected hiring range: $85,000 - $95,000
Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.
Application instructions
Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.
If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.
Job Posted Date
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Total Compensation and Benefits Information
Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu) (https://hr.rpi.edu/benefits) .
We welcome candidates who will bring diverse cultural, ethnic, national and international perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity, Race/Gender/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Advertised: 09 Jul 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
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