Dynamic Business Office Manager: Lead Finance & Admin Ops

University of Illinois Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid time Off

Tuition waivers

Job summary

University of Illinois Chicago is seeking a Business Office Manager for the Division of Specialized Care for Children in Springfield, IL. The role oversees the daily operations of the business office, coordinates between departments, and ensures compliance with university policies and procedures.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, budgeting support for the Assistant Director of Finance, maintaining financial records, and producing reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a field related to the position.
• Five years of professional business, financial, and/or managerial work experience.
• Experience in University of Illinois specific accounting and funding activities.
• Familiarity with University of Illinois systems such as Banner, Chrome River, EDDIE.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all Business Office staff operations, including daily functions, monthly reconciliations, quarterly reporting, and fiscal year end activities.
• Supervise and mentor Business Office staff to ensure smooth workflow and team cohesion; provide training and professional development opportunities.
• Assist with budgeting and reporting needs for Assistant Director of Finance, Accounting, & Procurement; oversee financial records and compliance.
• Serve as a point of contact for internal and external communication; handle calls, emails, and correspondence professionally.
• Ensure office practices comply with policies, regulations and reporting requirements; prepare management reports on activities and budget performance.
• Identify and implement improvements to procedures and workflows to increase productivity and reduce inefficiencies.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a field related to the position

Five years of professional business, financial, and/or managerial work experience

Tools

Banner

Chrome River

EDDIE

Job description

University of Illinois Chicago is seeking a Business Office Manager for the Division of Specialized Care for Children in Springfield, IL. The role oversees the daily operations of the business office, coordinates between departments, and ensures compliance with university policies and procedures.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, budgeting support for the Assistant Director of Finance, maintaining financial records, and producing reports.