Business operations manager Jobs in Kriftel

MAJOR FUNCTION

The Business Operations Manager is housed within the Business Office and will report directly to the Director of Financial Services. The Operations Manager will be responsible for supervising Business Office operations for maintenance of general and subsidiary ledgers relating to accounts payable, student accounts, and refinement of database software. Provides training campus-wide relating to business office processes.

Primary duties will include, but are not limited to :

• Supervises Accounts Payable staff including evaluation and planning workflow, deadlines, work objectives, time utilization and problem solving. Staff responsibilities include supplier payments, employee reimbursements, procurement card transactions, escheating, unclaimed property, and related transaction research. Other financial tasks and duties as assigned.
• Supervises accounting staff responsible for student accounts, inclusive of sponsor contracts, bookstore invoices and related transaction research.   Monitor and research payments for returned checks and emergency short term loan to students on a monthly basis.
• Coordinates training for Business Office processes for all college staff and faculty.   Assists in testing, maintenance, and refinement of information systems software and office procedures.
• Assists with the completion of the College’s periodic financial statements. Entering journal entries for financial statement presentation. Development of necessary year-end accruals for accounts payable. Monitoring to ensure all payments are correctly recorded.

MINIMUM TRAINING / EXPERIENCE :    A bachelor’s and three years of experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the required degree. A bachelor’s in an accounting field is preferred and supervisory experience is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :   Knowledge of basic accounting principles. Ability to supervise, hire and evaluate staff. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Skills in operating personal computer software : word processing and spreadsheets. Ability to work independently. Ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines. Ability to work with a diverse group of people. Strong people skills.