Financial Operations Manager

University of California - Riverside; Oakland, California, Winchester (CA, MO, VA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Operations Manager to oversee financial and administrative support for various interdisciplinary programs. This role involves managing daily operations, financial management, and collaboration with program leaders to align with the university's mission. With a significant budget and diverse academic personnel, the position requires strong organizational skills and strategic development. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enriching academic experiences and supporting community engagement in a vibrant educational environment.

Qualifications

• Significant organizational skills and ability to set objectives.
• Experience in financial management and administrative support.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial and administrative support functions.
• Manage daily operations including contracts and grants.

Skills

Financial Management

Human Resources

Contracts and Grants Management

Facilities Management

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Job Title: Financial Operations Manager (FOM)

The College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences is recruiting a Financial Operations Manager (FOM) for our Interdisciplinary Programs and Centers, including Global Studies, Labor Studies, Liberal Studies, Middle Eastern Studies, Southeast Asian Studies, Latin American Studies, GLUCK, the Latino and Latin American Studies Research Center, Inland Empire Labor and Community Center, Center for Bibliographic Studies, and the Young Oak Kim Center.

This FOM will oversee and coordinate financial and administrative support functions for these units. Reporting to the Divisional Financial Officer, the role's primary responsibilities include managing daily operations such as financial management, human resources, academic support, contracts and grants, facilities management, and other operational matters.

The department's academic personnel include ladder rank faculty, Professors of Teaching, Visiting Professors, Researchers, Graduate Student Researchers, and Teaching Assistants. The programs offer undergraduate degrees or minors, with a total operating budget exceeding $5.5 million.

The FOM manages business functions, accountability, stewardship, publicity, and support activities to meet the goals of the programs and centers, aligning with the university's mission. The position requires significant organizational skills and the ability to set objectives, develop strategies, and collaborate with Program Chairs, Center Directors, and the Divisional Financial and Administrative Officer.

Salary and Employment Conditions

The full salary range for this position is $73,600 to $133,200 annually. Salary offers are based on education, licensure, experience, and organizational needs.

Eligibility and Policies

Applicants must have current work authorization to accept a UCR staff position. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas. All employees must comply with university policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements, which may be amended. Additional requirements may be imposed by federal, state, or local government directives.