Business Manager, Department of Accounting & Finance, College of Medicine

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established public research university seeks a Business Manager for its Department of Accounting & Finance. This role involves overseeing financial operations, managing budgets, and supervising staff within a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial management and administration, with the ability to coordinate complex projects and provide strategic recommendations. The position offers a hybrid work schedule, competitive salary, and an exceptional benefits package, including tuition remission and generous time-off policies, making it an attractive opportunity for professionals looking to make a significant impact in higher education.

Benefits

Tuition Remission

Generous Time-Off Policy

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Robust Retirement Plans

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field required.
• Three years of financial and administrative experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial and operational activities of a business unit.
• Coordinate budget preparation and monitor grants and contracts.
• Supervise exempt and non-exempt staff.

Skills

Financial Management

Administrative Experience

Budget Preparation

Supervision

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Job description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

Business Manager, Department of Accounting & Finance, College of Medicine

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, nearly 12,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, the oldest and one of the largest cooperative education programs, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals $2 billion.

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.

Job Overview

The Office of Accounting and Finance is hiring a Business Manager with direct supervisory responsibilities of a unit or multiple units, in addition to management responsibilities for a wide range of projects/tasks associated with primary business operations, academic, or student services. Responsibilities include day-to-day administration of specialized activities related to a business office and reports to management, provide recommendation and advice to management or other groups on process related topics and conduct or carry out work procedures and activities in accordance with local, state, federal, and university regulations. Additionally, this position will be responsible for submitting grant applications for numerous multi-center research grants and managing post-award activities for all grants and contracts in the unit.

This position will offer flexibility for a hybrid remote schedule for applicants with a residence within OH/IN/KY once training is complete. Remote work arrangements are subject to change in accordance with university policies.

Essential Functions

• Assist in the management of the financial, administrative, and operational activities of a varied business unit with a considerable income generation component.
• Coordinate budget preparation and may monitor grants and contracts.
• May determine purchasing priorities and make recommendations for major capital expenditures.
• Coordinate personnel functions for an operating unit.
• May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Seven (7) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience

Three (3) years of financial and administrative experience.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• One (1) year of supervision.
• Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link ) Highlights include:

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 10–14% of your salary.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs

UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

Important : To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] .

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

REQ:98894

SF:OMJ SF:RM SF:HEJ, SF:INS SF:HERC SF:DIV SF:LJN SF:IHE

Business Manager, Department of Accounting & Finance, College of Medicine

University of Cincinnati | 2600 Clifton Ave. | Cincinnati, OH 45221 | ph: 513-556-6000