Academic Finance & Operations Manager

The University of Massachusetts Amherst; Town of Amherst (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Massachusetts Amherst's Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences (CICS) seeks a Business Manager to lead financial operations and strategic budgeting. You will manage revenue and expenses, oversee procurement, grants, and donor funds, and advise directors on fiscal matters with an emphasis on accuracy and compliance.

You will collaborate with Finance, Provost, and Foundation teams to optimize resources, develop annual budgets, and prepare reports for senior

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience; OR Bachelor’s Degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of financial management principles. Ability to forecast future budget needs, create annual budgets, and prepare periodic reports.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively and create and maintain harmonious relationships with a diverse population of staff, faculty, students, and off-campus constituents.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to write concisely, express thoughts clearly, and develop ideas in a logical sequence.
• Independent initiative. Must have the ability to stay on task and work productively with a minimum amount of supervision or guidance.
• Willingness to take on a variety of tasks related to the successful operation of the College. The ability to adapt and work effectively as the College grows.
• Strong organizational skills and strict attention to detail with the ability to prioritize work and complete assignments in a timely manner, balancing the demands of concurrent and potentially competing projects.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong computer skills including experience with: Email; Calendar systems such as Outlook or Google; Word processing software such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs; Spreadsheets such as Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets; Presentation software such as Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides; Databases such as FileMaker or Microsoft Access.

Responsibilities

• Forecast revenue and expenses for CICS and advise on budgets.
• Prepare budget requests, spending plans, and projections, and review budget reports.
• Manage procurement, contracts, accounts payable, and travel reimbursements.
• Oversee grants, awards, and gifts and coordinate with the UMass Foundation on funds.
• Identify and resolve problems related to bookkeeping and payroll projections.

Skills

Budget management

Forecasting

Financial reporting

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Independent initiative

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Email proficiency

Outlook/Google Calendar

Microsoft Access

FileMaker

Summit

Concur

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Outlook/Google Calendar

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Access

FileMaker

Job description

The University of Massachusetts Amherst's Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences (CICS) seeks a Business Manager to lead financial operations and strategic budgeting. You will manage revenue and expenses, oversee procurement, grants, and donor funds, and advise directors on fiscal matters with an emphasis on accuracy and compliance.

You will collaborate with Finance, Provost, and Foundation teams to optimize resources, develop annual budgets, and prepare reports for senior