Business Manager - 4-H Foundation

University of Georgia; Kentucky; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia in Athens seeks a Business Manager for the Georgia 4-H Foundation to oversee all financial operations, deposits, disbursements, and reporting.

Responsibilities include preparing monthly and annual financial statements, coordinating with auditors, and ensuring data accuracy across platforms. You will support the Executive Director and Board with budgets, spend analysis, and compliance for endowed funds and sponsored projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience.
• Experience with budgeting and financial reporting.
• Ability to coordinate audits and ensure data accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage and reconcile all accounts for the Georgia 4‑H Foundation, prepare reports for trustees.
• Assist in annual budget development and expense statements.
• Prepare monthly financial statements for Board meetings.
• Provide analytics to leadership and finance committee.
• Track gifts, PO's, and check requests; oversee investments and tax filings.
• Serve as liaison with Truist and auditors during audits.

Skills

Accounting

Technology proficiency

Accounting software

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Business Manager - 4-H Foundation

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Posting Details

Posting Number S15774P
Working Title Business Manager - 4-H Foundation
Department CAES‑State 4-H
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.

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 Schedule may vary based on need
Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date 09/17/2026
Open until filled Yes
Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 11/01/2026
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 ( [e-mail] ).

USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well 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 08.02.18.01.02.

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 position coordinates all financially related functions for the Georgia 4‑H Foundation. It is responsible for processing deposits, check requests, and transfers. It prepares monthly reports for account holders, emails to account representatives, and other stewardship reports for endowed funds. It reconciles all bank statements and prepares monthly budget reports for the 4‑H Foundation Executive Director. It is responsible for the accuracy of data across multiple platforms, works with auditors in preparation for the yearly audit and organizes duties and responsibilities ensuring that tasks are completed in a timely fashion.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Competency in accounting or business
• Proficiency with technology
• Knowledge of accounting software
• Strong organizational skills with an ability to multitask and manage a large work volume

Physical Demands

• Extended workdays of more than eight hours
• Sit at a desk for long periods of time
• Driving as needed to perform job duties

Duties/Responsibilities

• Manage and reconcile all accounts within the Georgia 4‑H Foundation. Complete accurate bookkeeping for all accounts, verify disbursement of check requests, transfers, and deposits, process and maintain hard copy files, communicate with the auditor and work with account holders to verify information in their accounts. Assist Executive Director and State 4‑H Program Leader in establishing the annual budget and expense statements for the Foundation, and prepare reports for Board of Trustees. Prepare financial statements for meetings of the Board of Trustees. Provide analytics for State 4‑H Leader, Executive Director, and Chairman of the Board Finance Committee. (Percentage of time 60)
• Manage 4‑H Accounts within the University of Georgia Foundation. Submit transmittals on all gifts received by the 4‑H Foundation. Track UGA Foundation gifts, handle purchase orders and check requests. (Percentage of time 20)
• Keep records on Investments and required Tax filing. Maintain organization’s registrations and insurance coverage. Serve as contact with Truist to handle problems with 4‑H Foundation accounts. Review credit card activity by cardholders, manage monthly spending limits, and dispute transactions as needed. Work with the accountant to develop necessary Federal 990 Tax Return and 1099 filings. Maintain files and accounts for special investment funds. (Percentage of time 10)
• Monitor fiscal operations related to sponsored projects. Serve as the fiscal contact on grants and contracts received through the 4‑H Foundation. Maintain copies of contracts and grants and process expenditures related to project deliverables. (Percentage of time 5)
• Serve as Foundation representative for external account holders. Prepare interim reports as requested, set up new projects. Provide assistance to external account holder, including maintaining and distributing handbooks and forms. (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 Melanie Biersmith
Recruitment Contact Email [e-mail]

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents