Business Manager III Spvr

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 82,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Employee and dependent educational ben

Life insurance coverage

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking a Business Manager III Supervisor in the Department of Chemical Biology. The role provides administrative leadership across daily operations, manages faculty appointments, budget, space planning, and grants administration.

You will liaison with internal and external bodies, supervise staff and handle visa coordination. This on-site, full-time position offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in accounting/finance/business administration or related field.
• Minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in financial/accounting functions.
• Excellent communication skills and computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to faculty, students and staff, organizing, coordinating and supervising daily operations and special projects.
• Oversee faculty appointments, reappointments, and promotions, and organize department recruitment efforts.
• Manage departmental business activities including finance, budget, space and facilities planning, purchasing and academic support.
• Organize and administer faculty grants, including preparation of budgets and overseeing applications and contracts; grant accounting and administration (pre-award, post-award and contracts).
• Liaise with faculty, granting agencies, Research and Sponsored Programs, Research Financial Services, and external institutions; monitor fiscal compliance and regulations.
• Liaise to ensure integration of department business activities with Departmental/School/University levels; support reports.
• Handle hiring, training and supervising department staff.
• Coordinate visa requests (J-1, H-1B and others).

Skills

Excellent communication

Computer literacy

Mac and PC proficiency

Rutgers accounting procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field

Job description

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: Business Manager III Spvr

Job Category: Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support

Department: Chemical Biology

Overview: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

Overview: For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities

Posting Summary: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Business Manager III Spvr for the Department of Chemical Biology.

• Provides administrative support to faculty, students and staff, organizing, coordinating and supervising daily operations and special projects.
• Oversees faculty appointments, reappointments, and promotions, and organizing department recruitment efforts.
• Manages and supervises departmental business activities including finance, budget, space and facilities planning, purchasing and academic support.
• Organizes and administrates faculty grants, including preparation of grant budgets and overseeing the preparation of applications and contracts; grant accounting, grant administration (pre-award, post-award and contracts).
• Liaisons with faculty, granting agencies, Research and Sponsored Programs, Research Financial Services, and external institutions and monitors fiscal compliance and enforces applicable regulations.
• Acts as a liaison to ensure the integration of department business activities with corresponding functions at the Departmental, School and University level, and supports in preparation of Departmental, School, and University-wide reports.
• Handles the hiring, training and supervising department staff.
• Manages the coordination of J-1, H-1B and other visa requests.

FLSA: Exempt

Grade: 06

Salary Details: 82,166-90,382

Minimum Salary: 82166.000

Mid Range Salary: 104002.000

Maximum Salary: 125837.000

Offer Information: The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits: Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status: Full Time

Working Hours: 37.5

Standard Hours: 37.50

Daily Work Shift: Day

Work Arrangement: This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description: Admin Assembly (MPSC)

Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment: Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility: ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and understanding of general accounting principles and practices.
• A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in financial/accounting function.

Certifications/Licenses:

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills.
• Computer literacy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Rutgers University accounting procedures and practices.
• Proficient with Mac and PC.

Posting Details

Posting Number: 26ST1893

Posting Open Date: 10/02/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Regional Campus: Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus: Busch (RU-New Brunswick)

City: Piscataway

State: NJ

Location Details:

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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