Finance & Operations Leader - Higher Ed (Onsite)

University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, seeks a Business Manager to lead the Division of Student Success Finance and oversee financial operations, reporting, and compliance. The ideal candidate will manage accounts payable/receivable, internal controls, and budgeting processes in a fast-paced university setting.

Responsibilities include coordinating divisional operations, training on policies, and collaborating with central offices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2+ years progressively responsible accounting or fiscal management experience in higher education, non-profit or governmental environments.
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc financial reports.
• Oversee financial operations, including ledger reconciliations, auditing, transaction review, and internal controls.
• Review financial documentation and transactions for accuracy and compliance.
• Respond to auditor and external inquiries.
• Serve as a backup financial approver for divisional managers.

Skills

Analytic skills

Finance management

Budget management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Banner (SIS)

Taleo

Oracle DASH

ERP systems

Job description

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, seeks a Business Manager to lead the Division of Student Success Finance and oversee financial operations, reporting, and compliance. The ideal candidate will manage accounts payable/receivable, internal controls, and budgeting processes in a fast-paced university setting.

Responsibilities include coordinating divisional operations, training on policies, and collaborating with central offices.