Campus Business & Finance Leader

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico's Children's Campus in Albuquerque is seeking a Business Manager to lead financial administration, HR, and operational functions for a multi-funded early childhood program serving students, families, faculty, and staff.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of related experience. This role requires strong budgeting, analytical, and leadership capabilities, with a focus on compliance and strategic financial planning.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of budgeting, accounting, financial analysis, and business administration principles.
• Ability to interpret and apply University, state, and federal policies and regulations.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to develop financial models and provide strategic recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to establish collaborative working relationships across multiple organizational levels.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high standards of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Strong leadership, supervisory, and organizational development skills.
• Commitment to customer service, continuous improvement, and organizational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for financial planning, budget development, fiscal management, grant financial administration, procurement, personnel administration, business operations, regulatory compliance, and organizational reporting.
• Develops systems, policies, and operational procedures that promote fiscal accountability, regulatory compliance, organizational effectiveness, and long-term financial sustainability.
• Serves as the principal business officer for the Children's Campus and acts as the primary liaison with University Financial Services, Human Resources, Purchasing, Sponsored Projects, Budget Office, Payroll, and other University departments regarding fiscal and personnel matters.

Skills

Budgeting

Accounting

Financial analysis

Business administration

Policy interpretation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaborative relationships

Multitasking

Leadership

Organizational development

Customer service

Continuous improvement

Organizational excellence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The University of New Mexico's Children's Campus in Albuquerque is seeking a Business Manager to lead financial administration, HR, and operational functions for a multi-funded early childhood program serving students, families, faculty, and staff.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of related experience. This role requires strong budgeting, analytical, and leadership capabilities, with a focus on compliance and strategic financial planning.