Divisional Business Officer

Universities of Wisconsin; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Universities of Wisconsin Oshkosh is seeking a Divisional Business Officer who will lead budget/financial management across Athletics, ADCO, Chancellor’s Office, and Finance & Strategy. Reporting to Budget Director, you will forecast and model finances and supervise two Unit Business Officers.

The role requires at least two years in budget development, strong Excel and MS Office skills, and a Bachelor's degree.

Qualifications

• At least two years of professional experience in budget development, financial management and HR staffing support.
• Experience with basic accounting principles and data input and reconciliation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Assist, advise, and guide staff on administrative issues, personnel matters, and budgets.
• Schedule logistics and secure resources using Workday for accounting, purchasing, budgeting.
• Develop and prioritize unit work plans within resource limits.
• Supervise two Unit Business Officers supporting Athletics and ADCO.
• Analyze data and trends; compile reports with recommendations.
• Implement policies to align with Chancellor’s Office and Finance & Strategy.

Skills

Budget development

Financial management

HR staffing support

Excel

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.

Position Title:

Divisional Business Officer

Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Administrative Supervisor

Job Duties:

Reporting to the institutional Budget Director, this position provides budget/financial management, analysis, forecasting and modeling for Athletics Department, Office of Administration and Compliance (ADCO), Chancellor’s Office, and Office of Finance & Strategy. This position will supervise individuals performing a variety of finance and administrative functions.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Assists, recommends, and advises staff, on unit or program administrative issues, personnel matters, and budgetary problems
• Schedules logistics and secures resources for a designated work unit to contribute to the day-to-day operational success. This includes the use of Workday for accounting, purchasing, and budget planning/forecasting
• Develops, schedules, and prioritizes unit or program work plans in accordance with specifications and resource limitations
• Supervises two Unit Business Officers (UBO). The UBO positions support Athletics and the Office of Administration and Compliance (ADCO)
• Analyzes data and trends, compiles progress reports, and provides appropriate recommendations or conclusions in support of the assigned operational work unit(s)
• Implements and executes established policies and procedures for a designated work unit to adhere to unit objectives and to align with established strategies for the Chancellor’s Office and Office of Finance and Strategy

Department:

Budget

Compensation:

Starting at $60,000 commensurate with experience

Required Qualifications:

• At least two years of professional experience in the areas of budget development, financial management and human resources staffing support
• Experience with basic accounting principles and financial data input and reconciliation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience developing budgets for multiple units/departments; financial management of a diverse portfolio of funds and activities; providing financial forecasts against budgets
• Experience in a higher education setting
• Experience supervising staff
• Knowledge of Universities of Wisconsin financial and human resource systems and software applications

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree

All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process.

Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application, you will not be able to go into the system and change them.

To Ensure Consideration: Applications received by the end of the day on 10/28/2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

Contact Information:

For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or 920-424-1166

Work Authorization
Unless otherwise indicated in the job posting, the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. UW Oshkosh is not an e-verify employer; therefore, STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

Legal Notices:

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UWO is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWO will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC & Reference Check Policy

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.